Swedish Ginger Cookies With Crystallized Ginger

Swedish ginger cookies, also known as ‘pepparkakor’, are a traditional Swedish Christmas treat often enjoyed with a cup of glögg, a spiced mulled wine.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

Print Recipe

Medium

Swedish Ginger Cookies With Crystallized Ginger

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Swedish Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 100 gram Butter
• 120 gram Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon Molasses
• 1 unit Egg
• 250 gram All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 50 gram Crystallized ginger, chopped
• 50 gram Granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the molasses and egg, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
5. Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.
9. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
11. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Enjoy your delicious Swedish Ginger Cookies with Crystallized Ginger!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

---

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 9g

Protein 1g2%

---

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