Best 6 Jan Hagel Swedish Treats Recipes

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Introducing Jan Hagel, the delightful Swedish treat that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of Sweden's rich culinary traditions. These bite-sized morsels, also known as Hagelslag in Dutch, are a beloved snack, breakfast staple, and baking ingredient enjoyed by people of all ages. Our collection of Jan Hagel recipes offers a diverse range of preparations, from classic to modern twists, ensuring that there's something for every palate and occasion.

Embark on a culinary journey with our Jan Hagel recipes, ranging from the traditional Swedish recipe to variations that incorporate unique flavors and ingredients. Discover the simplicity of the Classic Jan Hagel recipe, where roasted oats and wheat flour are combined with melted butter, sugar, and a touch of salt to create a crispy and subtly sweet treat. Explore the delightful Chocolate Jan Hagel recipe, which elevates the classic by adding rich cocoa powder for a decadent twist. Indulge in the savory allure of the Cheese Jan Hagel recipe, where grated cheese is incorporated into the mixture, resulting in a delightful balance of flavors.

For those seeking a healthier option, the recipe for Gluten-Free Jan Hagel provides an alternative using gluten-free oats and almond flour, ensuring that everyone can relish in the goodness of these treats. And for those with a sweet tooth, the recipe for Jan Hagel Bars offers a delightful combination of the crispy Jan Hagel mixture pressed into a sweet and chewy oat bar, perfect for satisfying cravings.

Our collection of Jan Hagel recipes not only offers a taste of Sweden's culinary heritage but also provides endless opportunities for creativity and experimentation. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventures, these recipes are designed to guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats with ease. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a delightful journey with Jan Hagel, the Swedish treasure that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DUTCH CHRISTMAS COOKIES (JAN HAGEL COOKIES)



Dutch Christmas Cookies (Jan Hagel Cookies) image

These Dutch Christmas cookies with their hint of cinnamon, almond slivers, and sugary crunch are great for the holidays-or, in fact, anytime.

Provided by Karin Engelbrecht

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups/200 g all-purpose flour
1 cup/190 g granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup/230 g unsalted butter (cold)
1 egg (beaten)
Garnish: Almond slivers

Steps:

  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 76 mg, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 1 batch (24 servings), UnsaturatedFat 3 g

JAN HAGEL COOKIES



Jan Hagel Cookies image

Jan Hagel Cookies are delicious traditional Dutch shortbread cookies spiced with cinnamon, topped with almonds and pearl sugar.

Provided by Rachel (Cakies)

Categories     Cookies

Yield 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (300 g)
2/3 cup caster sugar (150 g (a fine sugar))
1 cup butter (200 g)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 egg (lightly whisked)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/3 cup pearl sugar (50 g - as needed)
1/3 cup thinly sliced almonds (40 g - as needed)
2 sheets parchment paper
1 rolling pin
1 baking sheet

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 175 °C / 350 °F. Set two pieces of parchment paper the size of your baking sheet aside.
  • In a bowl, mix baking powder with all-purpose flour and set aside.
  • Add butter and sugar to a bowl and mix till incorporated. Add the cinnamon and salt and mix till incorporated followed by half of the whisked egg. Mix till incorporated.
  • Add the flour mixture and briefly mix till the dough starts to form. Don't over mix. Take out the dough as soon as it starts to come together and place it on a work surface.
  • Using your hands form a ball of the dough and place the dough onto some parchment paper that's big enough to fit your baking sheet. Place another sheet of parchment paper on top and roll out the dough in between the sheets into a rectangular shape of 12 x 14 inch (30 x 35 cm).
  • Brush the rolled out dough with the other half of the whisked egg. Sprinkle the Jan Hagel cookie dough with slivered almonds and pearl sugar. Place the second sheet of parchment paper on top again and lightly roll the sugar and almonds into the dough.
  • Transfer the dough, with the parchment paper still on the bottom to a baking sheet. And bake in the oven for approximately 15-20 minutes till golden. When the big cookie sheet is nice and golden it's ready to take out of the oven.
  • Once out of the oven, immediately use a knife to cut into cookies of 1 x 3 inch (3 x 8 cm) while still hot. Make sure to use oven gloves, the baking sheet will still be hot. Leave the cookies to cool slightly on the sheet, don't pick them up yet while still hot or they will break. Once they're cool enough to pick up you can transfer them to a wire rack to cool down further.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 110 kcal, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 1.2 g, Carbohydrate 12 g, Sugar 2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, Cholesterol 21 mg, Sodium 3253 mg

JAN HAGEL COOKIES: DUTCH BUTTERY SAND COOKIE WITH CINNAMON AND ALMOND



Jan Hagel Cookies: Dutch Buttery Sand Cookie with Cinnamon and Almond image

Learn how to make these Dutch Buttery Sand Cookies with Cinnamon & Almond named "Jan Hagel." These cookies date back to the 17th century, and are still being sold today! This recipe is probably the quickest recipe on my channel. You can put the dough together very quickly, and it will then just need a bit of time in the fridge before you can bake it! The cookie is unbelievably butter, has a nice cinnamon flavor, and is topped with pearl sugar and almonds. If you make it, it'll surely become a family favorite!

Provided by Toine

Categories     Cookie

Time 30m

Yield 25

Number Of Ingredients 12

100 g All-purpose flour
100 g Self-rising flour
100 g Sugar
150 g Cold butter
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
1 pinch Salt
45 g Pearl Sugar
35 g Slivered almonds
1 tsp Ground cinnamon
Food processor
Cookie sheet
Rolling pin

Steps:

  • Make the dough
  • Cut the cold butter into pieces.
  • Add all the cookie dough ingredients to the food processor, and pulse until it resembles wet sand.
  • Dump the contents out on a board, and with your hands shape it into a ball. You may have to put some pressure on it.
  • Wrap the ball in cling film, and place it in the fridge for 45 Minutes
  • Shape the dough and bake the cookies
  • Preheat the oven to 160ºC (320F), in non convection mode.
  • Roll the dough ball out until it's 3mm (⅛") on top of a sheet of parchment paper. The dough is a bit sticky, so frequently dust your rolling pin with flour, or put a light dusting of flour on the dough.
  • Dust the top of the dough evenly with cinnamon. Make sure it's not too much.
  • Cover the top with pearl sugar and almonds. You want to make sure it's evenly distributed, and there are no big gaps of cookie dough without toppings. Press the toppings down a little bit, to make sure they "stick" to the dough.
  • Transfer the parchment paper with the cookie dough to a cookie sheet. If the dough feels really soft, you can refrigerate it for 30 minutes.
  • Once the oven is preheated, bake the cookie on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cutting and cooling the cookies
  • When the cookie sheet comes out of the oven, cut the dough into rectangles or squares.
  • Transfer to a rack to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

JAN HAGEL (SWEDISH TREATS)



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Traditional Swedish bar cookie type treat, ready to enjoy in 30 minutes with a cup of coffee. I like to substitute pecans but thats a personal preference.

Provided by LAURIE

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 1 pan

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter (no substitutes)
1 cup sugar
1 egg yolk
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped

Steps:

  • Mix butter, sugar and egg yolk.
  • In separate bowl, mix flour and cinnamon.
  • Stir into the butter mixture.
  • Pat the batter into a greased 9x13 pan.
  • Sprinkle with nuts.
  • Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes.
  • Cut immediately into bars.

JAN HAGEL COOKIES



Jan Hagel Cookies image

A Dutch cookie... a favorite at Christmas

Provided by Robin J.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Dutch

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 egg yolk
1 egg white
½ cup finely chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Cream the butter and sugar. Add the egg yolk and beat thoroughly. (This should be very creamy.) Add the flour and cinnamon and mix well.
  • Spread thinly on 1 1/2 cookie sheets. Press down mixture with fingers, then score with a fork. Brush on a film of egg white mixed with a little water. Sprinkle the nuts over the top.
  • Bake 1/2 hour at 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Remove from oven and cut into squares or oblongs. When cold, remove from cookie sheet.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.9 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 28.9 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 57.4 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

SWEDISH ALMOND TOASTS



Swedish Almond Toasts image

This is a biscotti type of cookie - very crispy and very good with a wonderful cup of coffee; Takes a bit of work but it is well worth it.

Provided by HokiesMom

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h20m

Yield 42 toasts, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large eggs
1 tablespoon instant coffee
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup almonds, blanched and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350F and lightly butter and flour a large baking sheet.
  • Stir the eggs, instant coffee, and vanilla in a small bowl until well blended, set aside.
  • Mix the flour, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl, set aside.
  • Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg mixture.
  • Gradually add the flour mixture, beating well after each addition.
  • Stir in the almonds.
  • Divide the dough into 2 equal portions.
  • On a lightly floured surface, shape the dough into 2 logs, each 8 inches long, 2 inches wide and 1 inch thick.
  • Place the 2 logs 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes until lightly browned.
  • Set the baking sheet on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the logs from the baking sheet and place on a cutting board.
  • Using a serrated knife, cut each log diagonally into 3/4 inch thick slices.
  • Place the slices upright and 1/2 inch apart on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until slightly dry.
  • Remove the toasts from the baking sheet.
  • Cool completely on the wire rack.
  • Store in a tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 153.7, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 33.4, Sodium 89.9, Carbohydrate 20.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 10.2, Protein 2.8

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor: real butter, fresh eggs, and pure vanilla extract.
  • Make sure the butter and eggs are at room temperature before beginning. This will help them mix together more smoothly.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until they are just set. Don't overbake them, or they will become dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them.

Conclusion:

Jan Hagel are a delicious and easy-to-make Swedish treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual tea party to a holiday gathering. With their crispy exterior and soft, chewy interior, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty and festive treat, give Jan Hagel a try!

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