Finnish Christmas Cookies With Almonds

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 16

Traditional Finnish Christmas Cookies with a Nutty Twist

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

32 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

207

Sugar

Fat

14g

Finnish Christmas Cookies with Almonds, also known as Joulutorttu, are a traditional Finnish staple during the holiday season. They are a spin on a classic holiday cookie, adding the rich, nutty taste and slightly crunchy texture of almonds. These cookies are very easy to make and are a great addition to any holiday baking lineup.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
2.	Add the beaten egg and continue beating until well combined.
3.	Slowly mix in the flour until a dough forms.
4.	Fold in the chopped almonds.
5.	Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.	Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
7.	Flatten each ball slightly with a fork and sprinkle with colored crystal sugar if desired.
8.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are lightly browned.
9.	Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

PROS

Finnish Christmas Cookies with Almonds are a delicious and easy treat.
The nutty twist on this traditional holiday cookie adds a unique flavor and texture to its crispy exterior and soft interior.
They are perfect to share with family, friends, or to leave out for Santa on Christmas Eve!

CONS

This cookie is quite high in calories and saturated fat and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The colored crystal sugar is also high in refined sugar and should be limited if trying to reduce sugar intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest snack, Finnish Christmas Cookies with Almonds do contain healthful ingredients such as almonds which are a good source of vitamin E, dietary fiber, and healthy fats. Although they should be enjoyed in moderation due to their high calories and fat content, they can be part of a balanced, nutrient-dense diet when consumed in moderation.

	2 cups butter , softened
	1 cup sugar
	4 cups all-purpose flour
	1 egg , beaten
	2/3 cup finely chopped almonds
	colored crystal sugar ( optional )