Jan Hagels ( Holland Cookies)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Delicious Jan Hagels recipe for your teatime snack
in Cookies

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups plain flour
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup butter , softened
1 cup brown sugar , packed
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1 egg yolk
1 egg white , slightly beaten
1/4 cup white sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 cup sliced almonds

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
290
Sugar
18g
Fat
20g
Jan Hagels, also known as Dutch Jan Hagel cookies, are a traditional Dutch cookie that has been enjoyed for generations in the Netherlands. It is a crunchy cookie variation, often eaten in Holland with a cup of coffee or tea. The crispy dough is made with butter, sugar, flour, flavoured with vanilla extract. The recipe also consists of a layer of egg white mixed with cinnamon and a generous sprinkle of sliced almonds, which produce a unique flavour and texture. These cookies are perfect to be served at various events such as weddings and baby showers, or as a delicious afternoon snack. Despite their simple appearance, the taste of these cookies will leave your guests amazed.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 175°C. Grease one 9x13 inch baking pan.
2.In a medium bowl, stir together the flour and salt, set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
4.Beat in the egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually mix in the flour mixture until well blended.
5.Spread the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
6.Beat egg white until soft peaks form, fold in white sugar and cinnamon.
7.Spread the mixture over the dough in the pan, sprinkle with sliced almonds.
8.Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven, edges should be golden brown.
9.Remove from oven, cool, and cut into squares.

PROS

Crunchy and delicious with a unique flavour.

These holland cookies are perfect to be enjoyed with tea or coffee.

Can be stored easily and can be taken as a snack on-the-go.

CONS

These cookies are high in calorie and fat content, and should be consumed in moderation as a part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these cookies are not exactly health food, they can be enjoyed as a treat in moderation, along with a balanced diet.
The almonds in this recipe are rich in antioxidants, fibre, vitamins and minerals.

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