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Speculaas cookies, with their distinctive windmill shapes and robust spice blend, have always felt like a warm hug on a chilly day. Growing up, my Oma would always have a tin of them ready around the holidays. The aroma alone was enough to transport me back to her cozy kitchen. Ah, memories! But finding truly delicious and gluten-free versions? That's been a challenge, let me tell ya.
I've spent countless hours tweaking and perfecting this recipe to capture that authentic Speculaas flavor, while ensuring it's entirely gluten-free. Trust me; nobody will ever know the difference. One of my proudest baking achievements, if I do say so myself! It's a labor of love, sure, but so, so worth it. Plus, the process of making these cookies is just incredibly therapeutic. So, what are you waiting for? Let's get baking!
Required Equipments
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Electric Mixer
- Plastic Wrap
- Rolling Pin
- Cookie Cutters (Speculaas preferred)
- Baking Sheets
- Parchment Paper
- Wire Rack
Speculaas: Gluten Free Spiced Perfection: Frequently Asked Questions
Speculaas: Gluten Free Spiced Perfection
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of Speculaas with this easy gluten-free recipe! These spiced cookies are perfect for holidays or any time you crave a delicious treat.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 24 servings
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: This might sound obvious, but having everything measured and prepped beforehand is KEY. Trust me; you don't want to be scrambling for spices mid-mixing!
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, almond flour, brown sugar, and spice blend (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, white pepper, cardamom). Make sure to get rid of any lumps; nobody likes a lumpy cookie!
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the softened butter and egg to the dry ingredients. Mix on low speed until a dough starts to form. Don't overmix! A little bit of gluten-free dough can be a tad fussy, but that's ok.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and flatten it into a disc. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Chilling is crucial; it prevents the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. This is non-negotiable, unless you want to spend the next hour scraping burnt cookies off your baking sheet.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface (use gluten-free flour!), roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. If the dough is too sticky, chill it for another 15-20 minutes.
- Cut Out Shapes: Use speculaas cookie cutters (or any fun shapes you like!) to cut out cookies. Gently transfer them to the prepared baking sheets. Space them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. Keep a close eye on them; gluten-free cookies can go from perfectly baked to burnt in a flash!
- Cool and Enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store them in an airtight container. And try not to eat them all in one sitting. I know its hard! Especially when they smell THAT good.
- Optional Decoration: If you are feeling fancy, decorate with some icing. I like to do a simple powdered sugar glaze. Yummy!
📝 Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brown butter. Be sure to let it cool slightly before adding to the dough.
- If you don't have all the spices, you can use a pre-made Speculaas spice mix. Just be sure it's gluten-free.
- Don't skip the chilling step! It's essential for preventing the cookies from spreading.
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 95 kcal
Protein: 1 g
Fat: 6 g
Carbohydrates: 10 g
Fiber: 1 g
Calcium: 5 mg
