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Serinakaker (Norwegian Butter Cookies)

Four serinakaker stacked against a small jug of milk with another cookie leaning on it's side to show its pearl sugar dappled top.
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Traditional Norwegian Christmas cookies that are buttery and delicate with a flavor and texture somewhere between a shortbread and a sugar cookie.

  • Author: Claire Coffey
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 30
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Norwegian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 11 tablespoons (154g) unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 egg, at room temperature
  • Optional: Pearl sugar for topping

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, stir together the flour and baking powder.
  2. Slice the butter into 1/2" cubes and add them to the dry ingredients. Beat on medium speed until crumbly.
  3. Add the sugar, vanilla and egg and mix to combine.
  4. Roll the dough into a log. If you find your dough is sticking to your counter, you can lightly flour it.
  5. Cut the log into 30 equal pieces.
  6. Place the cookies onto parchment paper-lined baking sheets about two inches apart and gently flatten with the palm of your hand.
  7. Top with pearl sugar if using.
  8. Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes or until just beginning to brown.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool before removing them from the baking sheet.

Notes

    • Dividing dough logs: If you're making a large batch, dividing the dough before rolling it into logs can make it easier to work with.
    • Slicing cookies: The easiest way to slice these cookies without flattening the sides is to use a sharp pairing knife and a sawing motion.
    • Uniform slices: I like to slice a test cookie, weigh it to make sure it's the right amount of dough and then use it as a marker for the width of the other cookies. Each cookie should weigh about 18g.
    • Storage: These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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Find it online: https://thesimple-sweetlife.com/serinakaker/