For a richer flavor, use dark molasses. Be careful not to overbake the cookies, as they will become too hard. If the dough is too sticky to roll out, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time. Store the baked cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Experiment with different spices to customize the flavor. Cardamom and star anise are popular additions.
Pepparkakor I
-
PREP TIME0 mins
-
COOK TIME0 mins
-
TOTAL TIME0 mins
-
SERVING60 People
-
VIEWS27
Embark on a culinary journey to Sweden with these Pepparkakor, traditional Christmas cookies that offer a delightful alternative to ordinary gingersnaps. Crispy, deeply spiced, and beautifully brown, they're perfect for enjoying plain or adorning with festive decorations.
Ingridients
Adjust Servings
Nutrition
-
Carbohydrate11 g
-
Cholesterol9 mg
-
Fiber0 g
-
Protein1 g
-
Saturated Fat1 g
-
Sodium62 mg
-
Sugar4 g
-
Fat2 g
-
Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepIn a large, heatproof bowl, place the butter. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02
StepIn a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, molasses, and spices. Heat over medium heat until it just reaches boiling point. (Cook time: 5 minutes)
03
StepRemove from heat and add the baking soda, stirring until it's fully incorporated. Pour this mixture over the butter in the bowl and stir until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth. (Mix time: 2 minutes)
04
StepIn a separate bowl, lightly beat the egg. Add the egg to the butter mixture and stir to combine. (Mix time: 1 minute)
05
StepGradually add the sifted flour, one cup at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until a dough forms. (Mix time: 5 minutes)
06
StepTurn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Wrap the dough tightly in waxed paper or plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator until firm. (Chill time: 1 hour)
07
StepPreheat your oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C). (Prep time: 10 minutes)
08
StepOn a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to approximately 1/8 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. (Cook time: 10 minutes)
09
StepCarefully transfer the cut-out cookies to greased baking sheets, spacing them slightly apart. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
10
StepBake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (Cook time: 8-10 minutes)
11
StepRemove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. (Cool time: 30 minutes)
12
StepOnce cooled, decorate the Pepparkakor with piped icing or any other desired decorations. (Decoration time: Varies)
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
RECIPE REVIEWS
LEAVE A REVIEW
Please Rate
Ward Schaefer
Jun 27, 2025I added a pinch of cardamom, and it gave them an amazing flavor!
Jaycee Hodkiewicz
Jun 3, 2025Chilling the dough is crucial. Don't skip that step!
Peter Gerlach
May 10, 2025These were a hit at our Christmas party! Everyone loved the unique spice blend.
Reyes Ohara
Mar 8, 2025The recipe was easy to follow, and the cookies turned out perfectly crispy.
Odell Schuster
Mar 5, 2025My kids had so much fun decorating these. A new family tradition!