Scandinavian Ginger Citron Cookies Recipe

Name: Scandinavian Ginger Citron Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom, ground; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tablespoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup molasses; 100 g candied citron peel, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup); icing sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom, ground
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
10 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
2 large eggs
3/4 cup molasses
100 g candied citron peel, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
icing sugar (optional)

1
Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
2
Toast ginger, cinnamon, cardamom and cloves in small skillet on medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes then remove from heat.
3
Sift flour, toasted spices, baking soda, salt and pepper into medium bowl.
4
In large bowl, cream butter and sugars until fluffy, 2 minutes using electric mixer on medium speed.
5
Beat in eggs one at a time, blending well.
6
Beat in molasses scraping bowl as needed.
7
On low speed, beat in flour mixture until moistened and clumped.
8
Stir in citron.
9
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and dollop onto prepared sheets, spaced at least 3 inches apart. (For tidier cookies, briefly toss each dollop in lightly greased hands to form an uneven round and return to sheets.).
10
Bake on racks just above and below centre of preheated 350F oven until tops look dry, about 10 minutes, switching pans on racks at halftime. Remove from oven.
11
Sit pans on cooling racks for 2 minutes.
12
Gently transfer cookies to racks to cool completely.
13
Repeat with remaining dough.
14
Arrange cookies on serving platter and dust with icing sugar (if desired).

1005

kcal

Calories

Fat

158

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon cardamom, ground, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and more.

Yes, Scandinavian Ginger Citron Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Scandinavian Ginger Citron Cookies

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