Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade Swedish cookies, also known as Brunscrackers. These crunchy treats are easy to make and perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea. The combination of butter, sugar, and spices creates a rich and aromatic taste that will satisfy your sweet tooth. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparations, you can enjoy these delicious cookies in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup pearl sugar or granulated sugar
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground cardamom to the butter mixture. Mix well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Divide the dough into several small portions and roll each portion into a 1-inch thick log.
- Cut the logs into 2-inch pieces and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Sprinkle pearl sugar or granulated sugar generously over the cookies.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
