Danish Brun Kager Brown Cookies
Experience the rich, spiced nostalgia of the holidays with traditional Danish Brun Kager Brown Cookies, a delightfully crisp and aromatic treat that’s perfect for any festive gathering. These classic Scandinavian cookies are infused with warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, balanced by the deep sweetness of dark brown sugar and golden syrup. Chopped or sliced blanched almonds add a delicate crunch to every bite. The dough is chilled and sliced into wafer-thin rounds before baking, creating beautifully golden-edged cookies that melt in your mouth. Ready in just under 10 minutes of bake time, these cookies are an ideal make-ahead treat that stays fresh for weeks. Serve them alongside a steaming cup of coffee or tea for a cozy hygge moment that captures the essence of the holiday season.
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Ingredients
- 225 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 150 grams dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons golden syrup or light molasses
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 75 grams blanched almonds (chopped or sliced)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, and golden syrup until everything is well combined. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
Step 3
Once the butter mixture has cooled, pour it into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Step 4
Fold in the chopped or sliced almonds, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 5
Transfer the dough to a large sheet of parchment paper and shape it into a log about 2 inches in diameter. Wrap it tightly in the parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until firm.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 7
Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and unwrap it. Use a sharp knife to slice the dough into thin rounds, about 0.25 cm (1/8 inch) thick.
Step 8
Place the cookie slices on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them as they will spread slightly during baking.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Step 10
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Store the Brun Kager in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Serve with coffee or tea and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (953.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4453.1 |
| Total Fat 233.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 115.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 498.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1349.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 580.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 330.9g | |
| Protein 49.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 489.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1163.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories