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Kruidnoten: A Traditional Dutch Treat

Kruidnoten are small, spiced Dutch cookies traditionally associated with the Sinterklaas celebration in the Netherlands. These crunchy delights are simple to make and perfect for enjoying with a warm cup of tea or coffee. Follow this easy recipe to create your own batch of these festive treats!

Ingredients:

– 250g self-rising flour
– 125g dark brown sugar
– 1.5 tbsp speculaas spice mix (or mixed spice)
– A pinch of salt
– 100g cold butter, cut into cubes
– 5 tbsp full-fat milk

Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-rising flour, dark brown sugar, speculaas spice, and a pinch of salt.
3. Add the cold butter cubes to the flour mixture. Use your fingertips to rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
4. Gradually mix in the milk to form a firm dough.
5. Roll the dough into small balls, about the size of a marble, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Flatten them slightly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes or until the Kruidnoten are nicely browned and crunchy.
7. Allow the Kruidnoten to cool on a wire rack before serving. They will become crunchier as they cool.

Enjoy your homemade Kruidnoten, a delightful Dutch snack!

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