Treacle Speculaas
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Indulge in the warm, spicy aroma of these traditional Dutch spiced cookies, made with golden treacle for an added layer of depth and sweetness.
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Ingredients
- 250butter
- 300 granulatedsugar
- 150 tablespoongolden treacle(Golden in color and rich in flavor)
- 2eggs
- 50 groundspice mix(Dutch spiced mix with cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg)
- 250 all-purposeflour
- 25 scoopbaking powder
- 10 pinchsalt
- 10 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 100 choppedpecans or walnuts(Optional for added crunch)
- 150 milkwater
- 10 scoopbaking soda
- 20 teaspooncinnamon powder
- 10 teaspoonnutmeg powder
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use an electric mixer for easier mixing.
- 3
Add the golden treacle, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the spice mix, flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
Tip: Use a whisk for a lighter texture.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Tip: Use a wooden spoon for a more rustic texture.
- 6
If using nuts, fold them into the dough.
Tip: Be gentle to avoid overmixing.
- 7
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 5mm (1/4 inch). Cut into desired shapes.
Tip: Use a cookie cutter for a classic speculaas shape.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the cookies, as they can burn quickly.
- 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Tip: Allow the cookies to set before transferring them to a wire rack.
- 10
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
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