Swiss Cinnamon Crisps

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
Crispy Swiss Cinnamon Crisps recipe for your sweet cravings
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter , softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 lemon , zest of ( about 1 tablespoon )
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 egg
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
190
Sugar
12g
Fat
11g
Swiss Cinnamon Crisps are a traditional Swiss dessert that are enjoyed throughout the year from afternoon tea to holiday feasts. These crispy treats are made with cinnamon and sugar, and have a light, melt-in-your-mouth texture that makes them hard to resist. They are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while keeping it light and crispy. Swiss Cinnamon Crisps have been a family favorite for generations, and will soon become yours too!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
2.In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3.Stir in egg until well combined, then add in vanilla and lemon zest.
4.In a separate bowl, mix together flour, kosher salt, and cinnamon.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6.On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut the dough into strips about 2x4 inches in size.
7.In a small bowl, beat the egg and milk together. In another small bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon.
8.Brush each strip with the egg mixture and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.
9.Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
10.Let cool and serve!

PROS

Swiss Cinnamon Crisps are light, airy and crispy.

Perfect for snacking or a sweet dessert.

They can be made quickly with minimal ingredients.

CONS

While these crisps are not too unhealthy, considering their high sugar and fat content, they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They can also be addictive, and you may not be able to stop at just one!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to improving insulin sensitivity, which can help regulate blood sugar levels and may reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes.
Cinnamon also contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help protect the body against damage from free radicals and inflammation.

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