PIPARKAKUT - FINNISH GINGER COOKIES

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Piparkakuts are a traditional holiday cookie in Finland. They are usually cut into round scallop shapes, but little boys and pigs are the traditional shapes during the holidays. I found this recipe on the internet and I can't wait to give it a try soon! --NOTE-- cooking time includes cooling time and chilling time.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Dessert

Time 12h30m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups butter (no substitute)
1 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup dark corn syrup
3 teaspoons cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon allspice
3 teaspoons orange zest
2 eggs, slightly beaten
2 teaspoons baking soda
5 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Combine butter, sugar, corn syrup and spices in a saucepan.
  • Over low-medium heat, stir ingredients constantly until ingredients look like they are about to boil.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a mixing bowl.
  • Allow sugar mixture to cool to room temperature.
  • Stirring occasionally might help speed up this process.
  • Stir eggs into cooled sugar mixture.
  • Sift flour and baking soda together and add to sugar mixture.
  • Mix well.
  • Roll dough into a ball.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 8-12 hours or overnight.
  • Split dough into 2 parts; Roll dough about 1/4-inch thick on a clean, floured surface.
  • Cut into desired shapes.
  • Bake in preheated oven at 350°F for about 10-15 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
  • Cookies can be left plain, or decorated with pipped icing.
  • NOTE: This makes a crisp cookie, if a softer cookie is desired you may substitute brown sugar for the granulated sugar.

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