Award-Winning Swedish Spiced Cookies
These award-winning Swedish Spiced Cookies offer a delightful blend of aromatic spices and a satisfying crunch. First-place winners of the 1995 Chicago Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest, these cookies are perfect for any festive occasion. Made with a robust mix of cloves, ginger, and cinnamon, they promise a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or gifted to loved ones, these cookies are sure to impress.
60
Servings
N/A
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
all-purpose flour
2 1/4 cups (sifted before measuring)
baking soda
2 teaspoons
ground cloves
1 teaspoon
ground ginger
1 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
unsalted butter
3/4 cup (softened)
sugar
1 1/2 cups
egg
1
molasses
1/4 cup
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare one or more ungreased baking sheets.
2
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cloves, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
3
In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
4
Add the egg and molasses to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well incorporated.
5
Gradually add the sifted flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together.
6
Scoop about 1 1/2 teaspoons of dough for each cookie, rolling each into a ball.
7
Coat each dough ball thoroughly by rolling it in the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar.
8
Arrange the sugared dough balls on the baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
9
Optionally, for a thinner, crisper cookie, flatten the dough balls with a glass dipped in sugar.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 9 to 10 minutes, or until the cookies are set.
11
Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What award did the Swedish Spiced Cookies win?
They were the first-place winners of the 1995 Chicago Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest.
What is the flavor profile of these cookies?
These cookies feature a robust and aromatic blend of ground cloves, ground ginger, and ground cinnamon.
How many cookies does this recipe produce?
This recipe yields approximately 60 cookies.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
Do I need to grease the baking sheets?
No, the instructions specify using ungreased baking sheets.
How much flour is required for the recipe?
The recipe calls for 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, which should be sifted before measuring.
What type of butter should be used?
Use 3/4 cup of unsalted butter that has been softened.
How much molasses is needed?
You will need 1/4 cup of molasses.
How much sugar goes into the dough itself?
1 cup of sugar is beaten with the butter; the remaining 1/2 cup is reserved for coating.
How large should each cookie dough ball be?
Each cookie should be made from about 1 1/2 teaspoons of dough rolled into a ball.
What is the suggested baking time?
Bake the cookies for 9 to 10 minutes or until they are set.
How far apart should I place the dough balls on the sheet?
Space the sugared dough balls 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
How can I make the cookies thinner and crisper?
You can optionally flatten the dough balls with a glass dipped in sugar before baking.
What is the first step in the preparation process?
Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare your ungreased baking sheets.
Which dry ingredients are sifted together?
Sift together the flour, baking soda, ground cloves, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
How long should I beat the butter and sugar?
Beat the butter and 1 cup of sugar on high speed for about 1 minute until light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg and molasses?
Add the egg and molasses after the butter and sugar have been creamed together.
How should the dry ingredients be added to the wet ingredients?
Gradually add the sifted flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing only until the dough comes together.
What is the final step before putting the cookies in the oven?
Coat each dough ball thoroughly by rolling it in the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar.
Where should the cookies cool after baking?
Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
What is the texture of these cookies?
These cookies are known for having a satisfying crunch.
What amount of ground cloves is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground cloves.
How much baking soda is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of baking soda.
Are these cookies suitable for gifting?
Yes, they are described as perfect for gifting to loved ones.
What is a recommended beverage to pair with these cookies?
They are excellent when enjoyed with a cup of tea.
What award-winning category do these fall into?
They won first place in a Holiday Cookie Contest.
Can I use salted butter?
The recipe specifically calls for unsalted butter to control the salt content.
What is the purpose of rolling the balls in sugar?
It creates a sweet, sparkling, and crunchy exterior.
What is the total amount of salt used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of salt.
How much ginger is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.