Thursday, December 2, 2010

12 Days of Cookies - Piparkakut (Scandinavian Spice Cookies)


I don't think there's a cookie that evokes the warmth of the holidays more than ginger spice cookies.  The smell premeates the house, welcoming everyone.  I love these the most because they are the perfect dunking partner for a hot cup of tea.

Piparkakut

3/4 c unsalted butter, softened
3/4 c granulated sugar
1/2 c corn syrup
1 egg
3 c all purpose flour
2 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp allspice
3/4 tsp cardamom
1/2 tsp ground ginger
1/2 tsp baking soda

1.  In a bowl, mix together butter, sugar and corn syrup until fluffy.  Beat in egg.
2.  In a separate bowl, whisk flour, spices and baking soda.  Add to the butter mixture in small amounts.
3.  Once the dough is mixed, form into a ball and refrigerate for 1 hour.
4.  On a lightly floured surface, roll a third of the dough to a 1/8" thickness, and cut out shapes with various, festive cookie cutters.  Repeat with remaining dough and scraps.
5.  Bake on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 375F until golden (8-10) minutes.

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