Best 2 Pepparkakor Swedish Ginger Cookies Recipes

**Pepparkakor: A Taste of Swedish Holiday Tradition**

Pepparkakor, the quintessential Swedish ginger cookies, are a beloved holiday treat that has been enjoyed for centuries. These crisp, flavorful cookies are traditionally made with a blend of spices, including ginger, cloves, cardamom, and cinnamon, giving them a warm and aromatic flavor. Pepparkakor are often decorated with intricate designs, making them a festive addition to any holiday table. While the classic recipe is a must-try, there are also several variations of pepparkakor that offer unique twists on this timeless classic. This article presents a collection of pepparkakor recipes, each offering a delightful take on this Swedish holiday tradition. From the traditional recipe to gluten-free, vegan, and even a fun pepparkakor house recipe, this article has something for every baker and cookie lover. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey into the world of pepparkakor.

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PEPPARKAKOR (SWEDISH GINGER COOKIES)

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Categories Cookies Ginger Dessert Bake Christmas Winter Christmas Eve Party Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes about 9 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon freshly grated orange zest
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
Pearl sugar (for dusting)
Equipment:
2 large baking sheets; 2 nonstick baking mats, such as Silpats, or parchment paper; rolling pin; cookie cutters; wax paper

Steps:

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
In a small saucepan over moderate heat, warm the corn syrup and orange zest. Add the butter and sugar and continue warming, stirring occasionally, until melted. Remove from the heat and let cool to room temperature. Add the egg and whisk to combine. Pour over the flour mixture and stir to combine. Form the dough into a ball, wrap in a double layer of plastic wrap, and chill overnight.
Arrange racks in the upper and lower thirds of oven and preheat to 375°F. Line 2 large baking sheets with nonstick baking mats, such as Silpats, or parchment paper.
Using a lightly floured rolling pin, roll out a portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4 inch thickness. Using cookie cutters, cut the dough into desired shapes, such as circles, stars, hearts, bells, gingerbread men, and Christmas trees. Transfer to the prepared baking sheets and sprinkle with the pearl sugar. Bake, switching the cookies between the upper and lower racks and rotating the baking sheets about halfway through baking, until the edges are just beginning to brown, 7 to 8 minutes. Watch the cookies carefully to make sure they don't get too brown.
Let the cookies cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to let cool completely. Continue rolling and cutting out the rest of the cookie dough and baking the cookies on cooled baking sheets. DO AHEAD: Pepparkakor can be baked ahead and kept, stored between sheets of wax paper in an airtight container, for up to 2 weeks, or frozen up to 1 month.

PEPPARKAKOR (SWEDISH GINGER COOKIES)

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Popular Swedish cookies. I have these posted on another site and have received several glowing reviews.

Provided by Vicki Butts (lazyme)

Categories Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 c molasses
1/2 c sugar
1/2 c butter
1 egg, well beaten
2 1/2 c sifted all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Steps:

1. Heat molasses in small saucepan to boiling point. Boil 1 minute.
2. Add sugar and butter and stir until butter is melted. Cool.
3. Beat in egg.
4. Sift together flour, salt, soda and spices.
5. Add to first mixture and mix thoroughly. Cover bowl tightly and chill overnight.
6. Roll out a portion of the dough at a time on lightly floured pastry cloth. Roll out thin.
7. Cut into desired shapes.
8. Bake in a moderate oven (350F) 6 to 8 minutes.
9. Notes: The dough may be shaped into a roll and wrapped in waxed paper. Chill thoroughly overnight or longer.
10. Slice thin and bake in moderate oven (350F). These should be stored in an air-tight container - allow flavor to "ripen".

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the final flavor of the cookies.
Make sure the butter is cold before you start baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape in the oven.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the cookies spread less in the oven.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and flavor.

Conclusion:

Pepparkakor are a delicious and festive treat that is perfect for the holiday season. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you are looking for a new holiday cookie recipe to try, I highly recommend these Swedish ginger cookies.

These cookies are not only delicious, but they are also a great way to get into the holiday spirit. The smell of ginger and cinnamon baking in the oven is sure to fill your home with warmth and cheer. So next time you are looking for a special holiday treat, give these Pepparkakor a try. You won't be disappointed!