Kringle Cookies
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of Kringle Cookies, a delightful treat inspired by classic Scandinavian baking traditions. These buttery, tender cookies are infused with cozy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg, making them perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a comforting dessert. A touch of chopped pecans or walnuts adds a satisfying crunch, while a luscious powdered sugar glaze—enhanced with a hint of almond or vanilla extract—provides a sweet, glossy finish. Ready in just over 30 minutes, this easy recipe combines simple pantry staples for maximum flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly soft with lightly golden edges, Kringle Cookies are a festive, crowd-pleasing addition to any cookie platter!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 0.5 teaspoon almond or vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and baking soda.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until a soft dough forms.
If using, gently fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each ball slightly with the palm of your hand to form a disk.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges turn a light golden brown. The centers may still look slightly soft, which is fine.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and almond or vanilla extract until smooth.
Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag.
Allow the glaze to set for at least 15 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3465 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 144.6 g | 185% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.0 g | 310% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 437 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1514 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 512.1 g | 186% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 272.2 g | ||
| Protein | 45.2 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 712 mg | 15% | |
*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.
