Norwegian Almond Sticks
Delight in the buttery goodness of **Norwegian Almond Sticks**, a classic Nordic treat that’s perfect for any occasion. These golden, melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature a rich dough infused with vanilla and almond extracts, topped with a crunchy layer of sliced almonds and a sprinkle of coarse sugar for irresistible texture and sweetness. Simple to make yet elegantly crisp, they’re rolled into logs, lightly baked, and sliced into perfect sticks for easy snacking or gifting. With just 20 minutes of prep time, these Scandinavian-inspired cookies are a quick and satisfying way to bring a touch of Norway to your dessert table. Perfect with coffee or tea and ideal for serving during holidays or casual gatherings, these almond sticks are sure to become a new favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Almond extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 50 grams Sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and almond extract to the butter-sugar mixture, and mix until incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into logs about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick and the length of the baking sheet.
Place the logs onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each one. Lightly flatten the logs with your fingers or a spatula.
Brush the tops of the logs with milk, then sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over them. Press the almonds gently into the dough to help them stick.
Sprinkle the logs evenly with coarse sugar for extra crunch and sweetness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the logs cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
While still warm, carefully cut each log diagonally into sticks about 2 cm (3/4 inch) wide.
Transfer the almond sticks to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2887 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.6 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.8 g | 504% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 446 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 494 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 320.4 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.8 g | ||
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 366 mg | 8% | |
*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.
