Skurna-sültkakor (Squares with jam)
15 servings
40 minutes
Skurna-syultkakor is a classic Swedish cookie, tender and crispy, with a delicious fruit filling. Its roots trace back to the traditions of Northern Europe, where baked goods with jam hold a special place in home comfort. Made from butter, sugar, and flour, these squares have a rich, slightly caramel flavor that complements the sweetness of strawberry jam. The glaze adds a finishing touch, giving the dessert an elegant appearance. Perfect for tea parties and family gatherings, they adorn any table while bringing warmth and joy with every bite.
1
Mix butter and 75 g of sugar until white, then add an egg.
- Butter: 125 g
- Sugar: 175 g
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Mix flour with ammonium carbonate, add to the butter-egg mixture, and knead the dough.
- Wheat flour: 180 g
- Ammonium carbonate: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Divide the dough into three equal parts, roll out strips, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4
Make grooves in the center of each strip. Spread the jam along the length of the grooves.
- Strawberry jam: 30 ml
5
Bake in an oven preheated to 200 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
6
Make the glaze: Mix sugar and water in a saucepan, put it on the heat and wait for the sugar to dissolve, do not stir.
- Sugar: 175 g
- Water: 0.8 tablespoon
7
Apply the glaze along its entire length next to the jam. You can use a piping bag. Cut into squares and let them cool on a rack.