Finnish Rauma Cookies Rauman Piparkakut Finland
Bring a taste of Finland to your kitchen with these delightful Finnish Rauma Cookies, or Rauman Piparkakut! Known for their fragrantly spiced aroma and perfectly crispy edges, these traditional treats combine the warmth of cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom with the rich sweetness of dark molasses for a truly unique flavor. The dough is easy to work with, making it perfect for rolling out and cutting into festive shapes. Ready in under 30 minutes of baking time, these cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings, coffee breaks, or as a charming edible gift. Pair them with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy Nordic-inspired treat that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 100 grams dark molasses
- 50 milliliters whole milk
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the sugar, molasses, and milk. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, and salt.
Gradually add the cooled butter mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
Lightly beat the egg in a separate bowl and mix it into the dough until fully incorporated.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to roll out.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll the dough out to a thickness of about 3mm (1/8 inch). Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes of your choice.
Transfer the cookies to the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small gap between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 6-8 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your Finnish Rauma Cookies with a hot cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.8 g | 519% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 669 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 2650 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 617.8 g | 225% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 228.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.1 g | 124% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 482 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 29.9 mg | 166% | |
| Potassium | 2270 mg | 48% | |
*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.
