Soetkoekies ( Spicy Wine Cookies)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 13
Spicy Wine Cookies for a flavorful treat
in Biscuits

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 cup brown sugar
4 ounces chopped almonds
1/2 cup chilled butter , cut into small pieces
2 eggs , lightly beaten
1/4 cup port wine or 1/4 cup sherry wine
1 egg white , beaten

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
164
Sugar
11g
Fat
8g
Soetkoekies, also known as Spicy Wine Cookies, are a traditional South African treat popular around the winter holidays. These cookies are flavored with a combination of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, and are sweetened with brown sugar. They get their name from the addition of either port or sherry wine, which enhances the unique and complex flavor profile of the cookies. Soetkoekies are often enjoyed with a cup of hot tea or coffee and make for a perfect sweet snack during the colder months.

Instructions

1.In a medium-sized bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves.
2.Add in the brown sugar and chopped almonds, stirring to combine.
3.Add in the chilled butter and mix with a pastry blender or forks until the mixture forms small crumbs.
4.Add in the beaten eggs and port wine, stirring until the mixture forms a soft dough.
5.Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
6.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
7.Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/2 inch thickness.
8.Cut the dough into desired shapes and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9.Brush the tops of the cookies with the beaten egg white.
10.Bake the cookies for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
11.Cool on a wire rack before serving.

PROS

Soetkoekies are a delicious treat with a unique and flavorful taste.

The addition of port wine adds a deep richness and complexity to the cookies.
Some of the ingredients provide health benefits such as ginger which is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

CONS

The high sugar content means that these cookies should be consumed in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

They also contain a significant amount of fat from the butter and almonds, which can add up if eaten in excess.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Soetkoekies may not be the healthiest treat, they do contain some health benefits. Ginger, one of the ingredients, has been linked to reducing inflammation and aiding digestion. Almonds are a great source of healthy fats and can help with weight loss and management. Port wine, in moderation, has been shown to reduce the risk of heart disease.

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