Dutch Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Dutch-inspired pecan cookies! A delightful twist on the classic Janhagel, these lightly spiced butter cookies feature crunchy pecans and a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for holiday baking or any occasion, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to devour. Their delicate spice blend and buttery richness will become a family favorite. Recipe adapted from Scandinavia International Recipes.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 86.3 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Dutch Cookies

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How to Make Dutch Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Position oven rack in the middle.
  2. Grease a 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Line the bottom with foil, leaving a 2-inch overhang on two sides. Butter the foil.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy (3-6 minutes).
  5. Beat in 1 large egg yolk.
  6. Reduce mixer speed to low and gradually add the dry ingredients (flour mixture), mixing until just combined.
  7. Spread the batter evenly in the prepared pan using an offset spatula.
  8. Lightly beat 1 large egg white in a small bowl. Brush some of the egg white over the batter and sprinkle evenly with 1 cup chopped pecans.
  9. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges pull away from the sides of the pan.
  10. Let cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  11. Carefully lift the cookies from the pan using the foil overhang and transfer to a cutting board.
  12. Remove the foil.
  13. While still warm, cut into 2-inch squares or triangles (by halving the squares diagonally).
  14. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Store in an airtight container, layered with wax or parchment paper, for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

13g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Dutch Cookies?

Dutch Cookies takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Dutch Cookies?

Dutch Cookies has approximately 86.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Dutch Cookies?

The key ingredients for Dutch Cookies are All Purpose Flour, Ground Cinnamon, Salt, Unsalted Butter, Sugar, Egg. See the full list with measurements above.

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