Dutch Kruidnoten for Sinterklaas

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0
Dutch Kruidnoten for Sinterklaas
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

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Ingredients

250 g flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
125 g brown sugar
100 g soft butter
2 tablespoons of speculaas spices ( see my other recipe )
salt
3 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
110
Sugar
7g
Fat
5g
Kruidnoten are a popular Dutch snack that are typically enjoyed during the Sinterklaas holiday season, which takes place in the weeks leading up to December 5th. These small, crunchy biscuits are usually spiced with a blend of fragrant spices, including cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and nutmeg. The kruidnoten are often eaten as a snack on their own or added to other festive treats, such as pepernoten or marzipan. This recipe is easy to make and produces a delicious batch of kruidnoten that are perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160 degrees Celsius.
2.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, brown sugar, speculaas spices, and a pinch of salt.
3.Add the soft butter and milk to the bowl and knead the mixture into a crumbly dough.
4.Roll small pieces of the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.
5.Bake the kruidnoten in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes. They should be golden brown when done.
6.Allow the kruidnoten to cool and then store them in an airtight container.

PROS

These kruidnoten are a popular Dutch snack that are sweet and spiced with a unique blend of spices.

They are easy to make and perfect for enjoying during the holiday season.

CONS

These kruidnoten are high in sugar and fat and should be enjoyed in moderation.

They are also not suitable for those with gluten or dairy allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these kruidnoten are not particularly healthy, the spices used in the recipe have been linked to various health benefits.
The speculaas spice blend contains cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and nutmeg, which have been associated with reducing inflammation, aiding digestion, and improving blood sugar control.

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