Jan Hagel Cookies

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Amazingly delicious Jan Hagel Cookies for your midday snack

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

465

Sugar

17g

Fat

35g

Jan Hagel Cookies are a classic Dutch cookie made with a buttery shortbread crust and a topping of chopped walnuts. These cookies are perfect for a midday snack or afternoon tea with friends and family. They have a delicious crunchy and crumbly texture and a subtly sweet and cinnamon flavor that is sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth. Jan Hagel Cookies are easy to make and are a great way to add some variety to your cookie repertoire.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9x13 inch (23x33cm) baking pan.
2.	In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Add in the flour and cinnamon gradually, mixing until just combined.
3.	Stir in the egg yolk until just incorporated. Press the dough into the prepared baking pan.
4.	In a small bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Brush the egg white over the dough, then sprinkle with chopped walnuts.
5.	Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool slightly, then cut into bars.

PROS

These cookies have a great texture and flavor, with a crunchy and crumbly texture and a subtle cinnamon taste.

They’re perfect for a midday snack!

CONS

These cookies can be high in calories and sugar, so it’s important to enjoy them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies may not be the healthiest food option, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The walnuts in this recipe provide a great source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein, and studies have shown that eating walnuts can improve brain function and support heart health.

	1 cup butter
	1 cup white sugar
	2 cups all-purpose flour
	1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
	1 egg yolk
	1 egg white
	1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts