Danish Vanilla Cookies

12 servings

30 minutes

Danish vanilla cookies are a true symbol of Scandinavian coziness. This delicate dessert originates from traditional Danish baking, known for its simplicity and refined taste. The base is butter, which gives the cookies richness, while vanilla reveals soft, sweet notes. During preparation, the dough is whipped to an airy consistency and then piped into elegant rings. After baking, it becomes crumbly and tender, literally melting in the mouth. It can be made with a soft texture or slightly dried for characteristic crispness like in famous tin boxes from Denmark. It's the perfect complement to a cup of coffee or tea, allowing one to enjoy moments of leisurely pleasure and warmth of home comfort.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 216.6
• Proteins: 2.3g
• Fats: 12.6g
• Carbohydrates: 24.1g

Ingredients

• Butter: 180 g
• Egg white: 1 pc
• Salt: pinch
• Vanilla sugar: 16 g
• Powdered sugar: 100 g
• Wheat flour: 230 g
• Vanillin: 0.3 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Let the butter sit in warmth and whip with salt until fluffy for 5-7 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 180 g
   • Salt:  pinch

2. Add powdered sugar and vanillin. Whip again.

   Required ingredients:

   • Powdered sugar: 100 g
   • Vanillin: 0.3 teaspoon

3. Add the egg whites and whisk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Egg white: 1 piece

4. Add flour and whisk.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 230 g

5. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees.

6. Place the mixture in a piping bag with a 'star' nozzle. Line the baking tray with parchment paper. Pipe future cookies in rings with a diameter of 4 cm, leaving plenty of space (the cookies will spread slightly).

7. Bake in the oven for 13 minutes. The cookies melt in your mouth. If you want them crispy like from a tin box, dry for another 5-6 minutes at 115 degrees.