Soetkoekies Traditional South African Biscuits
Indulge in the comforting, nostalgic flavors of Soetkoekies, traditional South African biscuits that are as heartwarming as they are delicious. These spiced cookies—seasoned with aromatic cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg—are perfectly crisp on the outside while maintaining a tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and brown sugar come together effortlessly to create a sweet treat that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you choose to enhance them with a light milk glaze and crunchy sugar topping or leave them plain, these biscuits pair beautifully with a steaming cup of tea or coffee. Ready in under 40 minutes, and yielding a batch of 25, Soetkoekies are ideal for sharing with loved ones or savoring all week long. This classic South African recipe is sure to become a treasured addition to your baking repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams All-purpose flour
- 250 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Brown sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 10 grams Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk (optional, for brushing)
- 20 grams Granulated sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together using an electric mixer or wooden spoon until light and fluffy.
Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. You may need to use your hands to bring the dough together.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 5mm (1/4 inch) thickness.
Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes of your choice and place them on the prepared baking trays, leaving a small gap between each biscuit.
If desired, brush the tops of the biscuits lightly with milk and sprinkle with granulated sugar for added crunch.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove the trays from the oven and let the biscuits cool on the trays for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve with a cup of tea or coffee, and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4468 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.6 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 128.3 g | 642% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 3545 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 564.3 g | 205% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.0 g | ||
| Protein | 61.5 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 25.9 mg | 144% | |
| Potassium | 953 mg | 20% | |
*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.
