Delightful Swedish Spice Sugar Cookies
Indulge in these delightful Swedish spice sugar cookies, a tender and fragrant treat that practically melts in your mouth. The combination of granulated and powdered sugar creates a balanced sweetness, while a medley of warm spices—including cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove—infuses each bite with cozy flavor. Originating from a quest to explore ancestral recipes, these drop cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or simply as an everyday treat. With an easy preparation method that requires no rolling, they are as enjoyable to bake as they are to eat. Each cookie is a soft, aromatic morsel that will leave your home filled with a delightful scent of spices and sweetness.
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Servings
60
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
granulated sugar
1 cup (measured)
powdered sugar
1 cup (measured)
margarine
1 cup (softened)
oil
1 cup (measured)
eggs
2 (beaten)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (liquid)
all-purpose flour
4 cups (sifted)
baking soda
1 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
cream of tartar
1 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
ginger
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
clove
1/2 teaspoon (sifted with the flour)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, powdered sugar, margarine, and oil until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2
Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the bowl, mixing thoroughly until fully incorporated.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove to combine the dry ingredients evenly.
4
Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, blending until just combined. Ensure not to overmix.
5
Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cookies to firm up.
6
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease or line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
7
Pinch off pieces of dough and roll them into small balls, about the size of walnuts.
8
Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat evenly.
9
Place the sugar-coated balls on the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10
Gently flatten each cookie with the bottom of a glass to create a uniform shape.
11
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. Be careful not to overbake; the cookies should still be soft in the center.
12
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
3.4g
Fat
7.8g
Carbs
0.3g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Delightful Swedish Spice Sugar Cookies?
They are tender, fragrant drop cookies featuring a blend of warm spices and a mix of granulated and powdered sugars for a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.
What spices are included in the recipe?
The recipe includes a medley of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove.
How many calories are in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 60 calories.
How long should the dough be chilled before baking?
The dough should be chilled in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, though overnight is preferred for better flavor.
What is the recommended baking temperature?
The cookies should be baked at 375°F (190°C).
Do I need to roll out the dough with a rolling pin?
No, these are drop cookies. You simply pinch off pieces of dough and roll them into small balls.
What size should the dough balls be?
The dough should be rolled into balls approximately the size of walnuts.
How do I finish the cookies before putting them in the oven?
Roll each ball in granulated sugar and then gently flatten them with the bottom of a glass.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
How much flour is required for this recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 cups of sifted all-purpose flour.
What types of sugar are used in the dough?
The dough uses 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of powdered sugar.
What fat sources are used in these cookies?
The recipe uses 1 cup of softened margarine and 1 cup of oil.
How many eggs are needed?
You will need 2 beaten eggs.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie contains 3.4 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one cookie?
There are 7.8 grams of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much protein is in these cookies?
Each cookie contains 0.3 grams of protein.
Is vanilla extract used in this recipe?
Yes, the recipe uses 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
What leavening agents are used?
The recipe uses 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of cream of tartar.
How much of each spice should I add?
Add 1/2 teaspoon each of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove.
How should I prepare the baking sheet?
Lightly grease the cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper.
How far apart should the cookies be spaced?
Place the sugar-coated balls about 2 inches apart on the sheet.
Should the cookies be hard when I take them out of the oven?
No, they should still be soft in the center; be careful not to overbake them.
What is the best way to cool these cookies?
Allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 14 ingredients in total.
Are these cookies suitable for holidays?
Yes, they are perfect for holiday gatherings or as an everyday treat.
What is the texture of these cookies?
They are soft, aromatic, and have a tender consistency that melts in your mouth.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include cookies, dessert, swedish, drop cookies, spice cookies, easy baking, and holiday treats.
Is salt included in the dough?
Yes, the recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
How should the dry ingredients be mixed?
Sift together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, salt, and spices in a separate bowl before adding to the wet mixture.
How do you combine the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture and blend until just combined, ensuring you do not overmix.