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Caramelized Dutch Kruidnoten with Spiced Molasses

These deliciously spiced kruidnoten (Dutch gingerbread cookies) are infused with the rich depth of spiced molasses, making them a perfect holiday treat.

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·By Troy·
Caramelized Dutch Kruidnoten with Spiced Molasses
Prep
50 min
Cook
2 h 30 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Kruidnoten Dough

  1. 1

    Combine dry ingredients

    In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, Dutch speculaaskruiden, and salt.

  2. 2

    Cream butter and sugar

    In a separate bowl, cream together butter and dark brown sugar until fluffy.

  3. 3

    Form the dough

    Add the egg to the butter mixture and mix until combined, then slowly fold in the dry ingredients, alternating with milk, until a dough forms.

Chilling the Dough

  1. 1

    Refrigerate the dough

    Shape the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

    Tip: Do not skip the chilling step, or the cookies may spread too much.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

    Tip: Use a small cookie scoop to ensure uniform size and shape.

  3. 3

    Prepare baking tray

    Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

How to Make Caramelized Dutch Kruidnoten with Spiced Molasses

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Shaping the Cookies

    Roll the dough into small, round balls, roughly the size of a walnut.

  2. 2

    Baking the Cookies

    Place the balls on the prepared tray, leaving space between each.

  3. 3

    Cooling Process

    Once baked, let them cool on a wire rack before glazing.

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