Paper-thin and spicy, these cookies are a beloved Swedish Christmas tradition. Thoroughly chilling the dough before rolling it out, and dusting cookie cutters with flour will make the cut-out process easier.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
47 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
Step 2
Sift the flour together with the baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and cardamom in a mixing bowl.
Step 3
Beat the butter together with the white and brown sugars in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg and corn syrup until smooth. Gradually stir in the flour mixture until evenly blended. Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and wrap tightly each with plastic wrap. Refrigerate at least 1 hour, or overnight.
Step 4
Using 1 portion at a time, work on a floured surface and roll out dough to 1/8 inch thick. Cut into shapes with cookie cutter, and place 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
Step 5
Bake in preheated oven until set, about 5 minutes. Cool completely. Store in tightly covered tins.
