Mandelgeback Recipe

The Mandelgeback, a classic Swedish cookie that’s a staple during the holiday season. These buttery, crumbly treats are infused with the warmth of cardamom and topped with a sweet confectioners’ sugar coating.

Perfect for snacking or gift-giving, these cookies are sure to become a new favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup chopped almonds
• 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and ground cardamom.

Set aside.

In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg until well combined.

Gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Stir in chopped almonds and confectioners’ sugar.

Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve warm, or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Notes

Make sure to use softened butter for the best results, as it will incorporate with the sugar beautifully.

Take your time when mixing the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, it’s easy to overmix which can lead to tough cookies.

If you want a crisper cookie, bake for 18-20 minutes.

If you prefer a chewier cookie, stick to 15 minutes.

Don’t overcrowd your baking sheet – 2 inches of space between each cookie is key for even baking.

Letting the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes helps them retain their shape, so be patient!

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 220
• Total Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 50mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 32g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 14g
• Protein: 3g