How to make Finnish S Cookies, Ässät recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

almond extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla extract

💰Cheaper: hazelnut extract

Hazelnut extract provides a similar nutty flavor.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed.

food coloring

🥗Healthier: natural fruit juices

💰Cheaper: none

Natural juices provide color without additives.

Combine 1/3 cup melted butter, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1 egg in a mixing bowl.

Remove eggshells from the mixture.

Add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder to the bowl.

Mix in 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, then gradually add more flour until the dough is no longer moist, totaling about 1 cup.

Check the dough by hand to ensure it is good enough to roll.

Roll a piece of dough to test its consistency.

Place the dough in the fridge to cool for 30 minutes.

After cooling, divide the dough into 4 equal pieces.

Roll each piece into a long shape and cut into 6 smaller pieces, totaling 24 pieces.

Roll each small piece in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon on a plate.

Form each piece into the letter 'S'.

Bake the cookies at 350°F for about 10 minutes.

Store the cookies at room temperature in an airtight box.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens