Swedish Heirloom Cookies
Delight in the timeless charm of Swedish Heirloom Cookies, a classic treat perfect for holidays or special occasions! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature a delicate crumb infused with finely chopped pecans or walnuts, balanced by a hint of vanilla and a light dusting of powdered sugar. Shaped into charming crescents or petite rounds, their tender texture and nutty richness evoke old-world elegance with every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these cookies are ideal for gifting or serving at gatherings. Discover the irresistible simplicity of traditional Swedish baking with this delightful recipe, perfect for cookie lovers of all ages!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the finely chopped pecans or walnuts until evenly distributed in the dough.
Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a small ball or shape it into a crescent. Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each cookie about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack.
While the cookies are still warm, gently roll each one in powdered sugar until fully coated. Repeat this process once the cookies have completely cooled for an extra layer of sweetness.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1605 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 597 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 368.3 g | 134% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.7 g | ||
| Protein | 24.8 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 6% | |
*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.
