Pepparkakor II

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 3/4 cup molasses
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and mix until combined.
3. Add molasses and mix until combined.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until lightly golden. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• Pepparkakor II is a traditional Swedish gingerbread cookie, originally created in the 19th century.
• The name “Pepparkakor” comes from the Swedish words for “pepper” and “cake”.
• The traditional Swedish version of the cookie is cut into small shapes, including hearts, stars, and pigs.