These Swedish Dream Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth delicious and perfect for any occasion. Light, buttery, and dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies are a dream come true. They take just a few simple ingredients and can be made in no time. Serve these delightful treats with a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the melt-in-your-mouth goodness!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped almonds until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are cool, dust them with powdered sugar. Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Swedish Dream Cookies are also known as Drömmar in Swedish.
These cookies are a popular treat during the Christmas season in Sweden.
If you prefer a stronger almond flavor, you can substitute almond extract for the vanilla extract.