Description
Spekulatius Kugeln are charming, spiced cookie balls inspired by traditional German Spekulatius cookies. They combine classic holiday spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and cardamom with a buttery, crumbly texture and a dusting of powdered sugar, making them perfect bite-sized treats for festive celebrations and cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 100g unsalted butter, room temperature
- 80g powdered sugar
- 1 tsp Spekulatius spice mix (blend of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom)
- 140g all-purpose flour
- 60g ground almonds
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Additional powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Begin by creaming the softened butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Then, stir in the vanilla extract and Spekulatius spice blend, mixing until fragrant and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gently fold in the all-purpose flour and ground almonds, being careful not to overmix. The dough should come together but remain soft enough to shape into balls.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to solidify the butter and deepen the flavors.
- Form the Kugeln: Remove the chilled dough and roll into small, even-sized balls, about one inch in diameter for perfect bite-sized treats.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the kugeln on a parchment-lined baking sheet with some space between each. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Coat in Powdered Sugar: While still warm, gently roll each kugel in powdered sugar for a festive snowy look, then cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for perfect dough consistency.
- Chill the dough well to prevent spreading and enhance flavors.
- Shape kugeln consistently for even baking and texture.
- Do not overbake; remove when edges just turn golden as they firm up while cooling.
- For extra sweetness, double coat the kugeln in powdered sugar after they cool.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 kugeln
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Spekulatius Kugeln, holiday cookies, German cookie balls, spiced cookies, festive treats, bite-sized desserts
