Speculaas or Dutch Windmill Cookies

Speculaas or Dutch Windmill Cookies recipe pinit

Speculaas cookies are traditionally made in the Netherlands during the celebration of St. Nicholas’ Eve on December 5th.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 57 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 57 mins
Servings: 24 Calories: 3120
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
  4. Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into a log. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 24


Amount Per Serving
Calories 130kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
Sugars 8g
Protein 1.5g3%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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