**Spritskransar (Spritz Rings): A Bite of Swedish Christmas Tradition**
Spritzkransar, also known as Spritz rings, are a beloved Swedish cookie that holds a special place in the hearts of many during the Christmas season. These delicate and buttery cookies, often adorned with colorful sprinkles, have a distinctive wreath-like shape that adds a touch of elegance to any holiday gathering. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and a hint of almond flavor, Spritzkransar are a true delight to indulge in. This article presents a collection of Spritzkransar recipes that cater to various dietary preferences, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this Swedish treat. From the classic recipe using traditional ingredients to gluten-free and vegan adaptations, these recipes offer a delightful assortment to suit different dietary needs and preferences. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, you'll find the perfect Spritzkransar recipe to add a touch of Swedish charm to your holiday celebrations.
SWEDISH SPRITZ (SPRITSKRANSAR)
Make and share this Swedish Spritz (Spritskransar) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by LAURIE
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 45 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar very well.
- Add egg yolk and extract.
- Stir in almonds and flour a little at a time until dough is smooth and not too firm.
- Shape with a cookie press into rings or "S" shapes on buttered cookie sheets.
- Bake at 375 for 8-10 minutes till golden yellow in color.
- Let cookies cool on sheet.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.3, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 29.8, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 1.4, Protein 1
GREAT-GRANDMAS SWEDISH SPRITZ RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Beat butter with an electric mixer in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Slowly add sugar while beating until the mixture should be noticeably lighter in color. Add the egg yolks one at a time, allowing the first to blend into the butter mixture before adding the other. Beat egg white and almond extract into the mixture. Pour the flour in small amounts into the mixture while beating; continue beating until fully incorporated.
- Using a cookie press, press dough onto prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden, 8 to 10 minutes. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.6 calories, Carbohydrate 31.5 g, Cholesterol 69.3 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 134.9 mg, Sugar 10.1 g
SPRITSKRANSAR (SPRITZ RINGS, SWEDISH)
Swedish Sprtiz cookies, served at christmas time. This recipe has been handed down through my family and is made every Christmas. I can remember my Grandmother making these when I was a boy, as I waited for the beaters.
Provided by Dave Nelson
Categories Dessert
Time 38m
Yield 36 depending on the size you make them
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place butter and sugar in a bowl and after butter has softened mix in egg yolk.
- Add almond extract and beat until creamy.
- Add flour and mix well.
- Place dough into cookie press and use the small star shaped cutout.
- Press dough and form into rings, aprox. the size or a quarter.
- Bake in a hot oven (400) 6 to 8 minutes or until lightly golden on top.
- Cool before putting away.
SWEDISH SPRITZ
A great little cookie that my mom and I make every christmas. I love these and the bring back memories of childhood.
Provided by CookbookCarrie
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 28m
Yield 6 Dozen
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Thoroughly Cream the Butter and Sugar.
- Add the Egg the Vanilla and Almond Extract.
- Beat Well.
- Sift the flour and baking powder together.
- Add to the creamed mixture, mix until smooth.
- Do not chill.
- DO NOT DOUBLE.
- Force Cookies through a cookie press onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Decorate the cookies with redhots, sprinkles or whatever you like.
- Bake in a 400 oven for 8-10 minutes.
- Cool on newspaper.
- These freeze well but shouldnt be left out for more than a week or so.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 855.9, Fat 47.7, SaturatedFat 29.5, Cholesterol 157.3, Sodium 400.9, Carbohydrate 97.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 33.8, Protein 10.1
SWEDISH ROSE SPRITZ
A spritz is a still or sparkling wine-based cocktail served with a small amount of liqueur and a splash of seltzer or soda.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Fill a wine glass or tumbler three-fourths full of ice. Add wine and elderflower liqueur. Top with a splash of lemon seltzer; stir gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
SWEDISH SPRITZ
A touch of almond extract gives these spritz wonderful flavor. For Christmas, you could tint half of the dough with red food coloring and the other half with green. —Irmgard Sinn, Sherwood Park, Alberta
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg and extracts. Combine the flour and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture., Using a cookie press fitted with the disk of your choice, press dough 1 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° until edges are firm and lightly browned, 12-13 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Frost and decorate as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 42mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right butter. For the best flavor and texture, use unsalted butter that is at room temperature. This will help the cookies spread evenly and give them a light, fluffy texture.
- Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Use a cookie press. A cookie press is a great way to create evenly shaped cookies with intricate designs. If you don't have a cookie press, you can use a spoon to drop the dough onto the baking sheet.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly. The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them keep their shape and prevent them from sticking together.
Conclusion:
Spritzkransar are a delicious and festive Swedish cookie that is perfect for any occasion. With their delicate flavor and beautiful appearance, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special cookie to make, give Spritzkransar a try. You won't be disappointed!
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