Swedish wedding cookies, also known as "Sandbakelse" or "Sandbakkels", are delicious, crumbly cookies that are a staple of Swedish cuisine. These cookies are traditionally served at weddings and other special occasions. They are made with a simple dough that is rolled out and cut into small rounds, then baked until golden brown. The cookies are often dusted with powdered sugar before serving. If you are looking for a sweet treat that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion, Swedish wedding cookies are a great choice. In this article, we will provide you with a recipe for these delicious cookies, along with tips for making them perfectly. Additionally, we will explore the history and significance of Swedish wedding cookies in Swedish culture.
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SWEDISH SPICE COOKIES (MUSKOTSNITTAR)
Also known as nutmeg slices, these easy-to-make cookies boast two more warming spices -- cinnamon and ginger -- and are just the thing for a coffee break. A fork is all you need for the striking linear decoration on top.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes about 48
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt in a medium bowl.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Gradually add flour mixture and beat to combine. Divide dough evenly into quarters.
- Roll each quarter into a 14-inch-long rope. Transfer ropes to parchment-lined baking sheets, spaced 6 inches apart (two ropes per sheet). Flatten ropes to 2 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick. Refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Using the back of the tines of a fork, make crosswise lines across the surface of each flattened portion of dough. Bake, rotating halfway through, until golden around the edges and dry on top, 16 to 18 minutes. Transfer sheets to wire racks; let cool 5 minutes. While still warm, cut on the diagonal into 1-inch-thick slices. Let cool completely. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week.
SWEDISH BUTTER COOKIES
It's impossible to eat just one of these Swedish cookies. Naturally, they're a favorite with my Swedish husband and children-but anyone with a sweet tooth will appreciate this treat. My recipe is "well-traveled" among our friends and neighbors. -Sue Soderland, Elgin, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield about 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add syrup. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Divide dough into eight portions. Roll each portion into a 9-in. log. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut into 1-in. slices. Remove to wire racks. Dust with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 47 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 38mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
SWEDISH WEDDING CAKES
This is a delicious treat that I prepare every Christmas to include in my candy assortments that I give as gifts. They're absolutely delicious and people are constantly asking for the recipe.
Provided by Marcy McClure Mock
Categories Desserts Cookies No-Bake Cookie Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the margarine, sugar, egg, and dates in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until thick, about 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in vanilla.
- Combine the crispy rice cereal and the walnuts in a large bowl. Stir in the date mixture; mix well.
- Working quickly, form the cereal and date mixture into 1 inch balls. Roll balls in coconut. Store in an airtight container in a cool place. Do not refrigerate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 6.8 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 51.3 mg, Sugar 12.9 g
SWEDISH WEDDING COOKIES
Found on vegweb.com. These cookies are a vegan adaptation of a recipe by the author's grandmother. Posted for ZWT6 so that the vegans in the tour have some recipe options :) The preparation time includes the chilling time.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 3 dozen, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cream earth balance vegan margarine with 1/4 cup powdered sugar, add water and vanilla and mix.
- Add flour and mix well.
- Finally mix in pecans. (The batter will appear dry!).
- Form into 1-inch diameter balls, place on an ungreased cookie sheet and chill for one hour.
- Bake in a slow oven (roughly 300 degrees Fahrenheit) for 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
- While still hot, roll in remaining confectioners' sugar.
- Store in an airtight container.
SWEDISH WEDDING COOKIE
A light, sugar-coated cookie that melts in your mouth.
Provided by Old Guey
Categories Desserts
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350 deg. F. 1. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy 2. Blend in vanilla and nuts 3. Add flour until thoroughly mixed Chill for about 1 hour. Shape into balls one-half inch and roll in powdered sugar. Place ball on lightly oiled cookie sheet and bake until bottom edge begins to turn a golden brown. (about 10 minutes). Remove from oven, sprinkle with powdered sugar and let cool on sheet 10 minutes. Remove to cooling rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1049 calories, Fat 55.93642 g, Carbohydrate 130.4473675 g, Cholesterol 122.12 mg, Fiber 2.83437506109476 g, Protein 11.0215525 g, SaturatedFat 29.80579525 g, ServingSize 1 1 Dozen (217g), Sodium 328.87775 mg, Sugar 127.612992438905 g, TransFat 4.30584299999999 g
TRADITIONAL MEXICAN WEDDING COOKIES
My mom and I have been baking these for as long as I can remember. They are delectable butter-type cookies served as favors at traditional Mexican weddings. They also make a wonderful addition to any Christmas goodie platter.
Provided by Debs Recipes
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 3 dozen, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cream together butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy; stir in vanilla.
- Whisk together flour and salt; add gradually to butter mixture; stir in chopped nuts.
- Chill dough if it seems too soft.
- Form dough into 1 1/4" balls and place onto parchment-lined or ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or just until the cookies start to turn light golden-brown; remove from oven and allow to cool slightly; while cookies are still warm (but NOT hot) remove them from baking sheets and roll, a few at a time, in powdered sugar until evenly coated; cool cookies completely on wire racks.
- Cookies may (optionally) be rolled in powdered sugar a second time once cooled to room temperature.
- NOTE: Forming dough into 1" balls will increase yield to 48 cookies.
DANISH WEDDING COOKIES
From Recipe Goldmine Recipes. Similar cookies were once given to couples celebrating their nuptials as good luck symbols. The marriage of the nuts and sugars represented "bumps in the road" and the "sweetness that surrounds a happy marriage".
Provided by Rita P
Categories Dessert
Time 24m
Yield 48-60 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cream sugar and butter in a large bowl until blended.
- Add cream cheese, increase speed to high, and beat until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Beat in vanilla and almond extracts.
- Gently fold in flour and nuts and stir until blended.
- Lightly flour hands and roll dough into 1 inch balls.
- Gently press balls flat with bottom of a small glass.
- Bake on ungreased cookie sheet until lightly browned and puffy, about 14 to 18 minutes.
- Allow cookies to cool in pan for about 2 minutes; tranfer to wire rack to cool briefly.
- While cookies are still warm, gently toss them in a plastic bag filled with powdered sugar.
- Remove and return to wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- For the perfect texture, chill the dough before rolling and baking. This will prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
- Use parchment paper to line your baking sheets. This will prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Bake the cookies until they are just starting to brown around the edges. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack. This will help them to set and prevent them from breaking.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Swedish wedding cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With their delicate flavor and beautiful appearance, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a special cookie to bake, give Swedish wedding cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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