Best 2 Traditional Swedish Pepparkakor Recipes

Pepparkakor, or Swedish Gingerbread Cookies, are a classic holiday treat that has been enjoyed in Sweden for centuries. These thin, crispy cookies are traditionally made with a blend of spices, including ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom, and have a distinct peppery flavor. They are often decorated with white or colored icing or sprinkles. Pepparkakor are a popular treat to enjoy during the Christmas season, and they are also often served at other special occasions, such as weddings and birthdays. If you're looking for a delicious and festive recipe to try, look no further than traditional Swedish pepparkakor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TRADITIONAL SWEDISH PEPPARKAKOR

Traditional Swedish Pepparkakor image

These thin, crispy spice cookies are a Christmas tradition in Sweden. They're usually cut into heart, flower or star shapes. Dusting your cookie cutters with flour will make it easier to cut the dough.

Provided by Eal

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Scandinavian

Time 1h35m

Yield 100

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar, packed
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons dark corn syrup

Steps:

Sift the flour together with the baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and cardamom in a mixing bowl.
Beat the butter together with the white and brown sugars in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and corn syrup until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until evenly blended. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and wrap tightly each with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, or overnight.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
Using 1 portion at a time, work on a floured surface and roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into shapes with cookie cutter, and place 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
Bake in preheated oven until set, about 5 minutes. Cool completely. Store in tightly covered tins.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 47.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 6.7 mg, Fat 1.9 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 39.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

TRADITIONAL PEPPARKAKOR (SWEDISH SPICE COOKIES)

Traditional Pepparkakor (Swedish Spice Cookies) image

Traditional Swedish spice cookie; traditionally served on St. Lucia Day (Dec. 13). These are my sisters favorite cookie.:) (Note: you need to mix up the dough a day in advance, cover and let rest overnight). Cardamom & finely chopped candied ginger would make nice additions to these Pepparkakor. The molasses is an essential ingredient in this recipe, you get crispy yet chewy cookies with a lovely rich subtle depth of flavor. Don't skip!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 3 1/2 dozen cookies, 42 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups flour
2 teaspoons ginger
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter (do NOT use margarine) or 1 cup shortening (do NOT use margarine)
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses (I use "Grandma's Original" unsulphured molasses)

Steps:

Sift together dry ingredients; set aside.
Cream sugar and butter.
Add egg and molasses.
Blend in dry ingredients thoroughly. Let dough stand overnight for easy rolling.
On a well-floured board, roll out dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
Cut into shapes (we usually make gingerbread people) and bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.
NOTE: Prep time does not include time to let dough rest overnight.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Organic and locally-sourced ingredients are great options.
Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you begin baking. This will help the ingredients blend together more easily and create a smoother batter.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help them bake evenly.
Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Pepparkakor are a delicious and traditional Swedish Christmas cookie. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple tips, you can make perfect pepparkakor that will be the hit of your holiday party.