Dutch Speculaas Cookies Contains Ground Almonds
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of the Netherlands with these Dutch Speculaas Cookies featuring ground almonds. Infused with a fragrant medley of spices—like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and cardamom—and enriched with the subtle nuttiness of ground almonds, these traditional treats boast a perfectly crisp yet tender texture. The addition of sliced almonds on top adds a delightful crunch and a decorative touch. Chilling the dough allows the spices to meld beautifully, while rolling and cutting the cookies into festive shapes ensures they look as good as they taste. Easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes, these spiced cookies are the ultimate accompaniment to a steaming mug of coffee or tea. Perfect for holiday baking or year-round snacking, their warm aroma and irresistible flavor make them a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 175 grams Unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 150 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 50 grams Ground almonds
- 2 tablespoons Speculaas spice mix (or ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and cardamom)
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 50 grams Sliced almonds (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground almonds, speculaas spice mix, baking powder, and salt.
Add the chilled and cubed butter to the bowl. Using your hands or a pastry cutter, rub the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the brown sugar to the mix and stir until evenly combined.
Gradually add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together. The dough should be firm but not sticky. If needed, add a tiny bit more milk.
Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to develop.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4-inch (6 mm) thickness.
Cut the dough into shapes using cookie cutters, or slice it into rectangles for a traditional look. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each cookie.
If desired, decorate the tops with sliced almonds, gently pressing them into the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3354 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.1 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 94.3 g | 472% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 385 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 1715 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 368.7 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 151.8 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 532 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1308 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
