Sandbakelser I
Sandbakkels, a classic Norwegian holiday cookie, are crafted from a crumbly dough that mirrors the texture of "sand," inspiring their name. Also known as sandbakelse or sandkaker, which translates to sand cookies, these treats may occasionally incorporate a touch of almond flour to achieve the perfect sandy consistency. Alternatively, a hint of almond extract is sometimes added solely for flavor.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup blanched almonds
- 4 raw almonds
- ¾ cup butter
- ¾ cup white sugar
- 1 egg white
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Finely grind the almonds in a food processor.
- In a medium bowl, cream the butter and sugar together. Mix in ground almonds and egg white. Stir in the flour. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and press into the sandbakelse molds to form a thin coating. Place molds on a baking sheet and bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Cool slightly before removing from molds. Gently tapping the molds on the counter will help to loosen the cookies.
Nutrition
Calories: 162kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 58mgPotassium: 39mgFiber: 1gSugar: 9gCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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