Scandinavian Raspberry Ribbons
Indulge in the delicate flavors of Scandinavian Raspberry Ribbons, a classic Nordic cookie that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature lightly sweetened dough rolled into elegant ropes with a signature trench of tangy raspberry jam running down the center. Baked until golden and sliced into charming, bite-sized ribbons, they make the perfect treat for holidays, tea parties, or an everyday indulgence. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like flour, butter, and vanilla, these cookies are effortless to make yet irresistibly sophisticated. For an extra touch of sweetness, finish with a dusting of powdered sugar. Whether you’re after a traditional Scandinavian dessert or an eye-catching addition to your cookie platter, these raspberry ribbons are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons raspberry jam
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, approximately 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) thick, and transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.
Using the handle of a wooden spoon or your fingers, press a shallow trench down the center of each rope, being careful not to press all the way through the dough.
Fill each trench with raspberry jam, ensuring the jam is level with the edges of the dough.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to turn golden.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes.
While still slightly warm, use a sharp knife to slice the ropes diagonally into 2.5 cm (1-inch) pieces. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3019 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.9 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.4 g | 502% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 443 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 1080 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 352.4 g | 128% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 156.1 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% | |
*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.
