How To Make Finnish Sticks - Finska pinnar

 

 

Finnish Sticks is a Swedish Cookie that dates back from the 1800's in Sweden. This Swedish Cookies is part of the Seven Kinds of Cookies or in Swedish Sju sorters kakor that are a must to both make and eat. This is an easy cookie recipe for beginners to make from scratch at home.

Ingredients

• 2½ cups sifted flour
• ½ cup sugar
• ½ pound butter (slightly softened)
• 1 tsp almond extract
• 1 egg (slightly beaten)
• ½ cup finely chopped blanched almonds
• pearl sugar water optional

Directions

1. Combine the flour and sugar.
2. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or your hands. The mixture should form crumbs the size of a pea.
3. Sprinkle the almond extract over the top the dough. Knead the mixture lightly but well to distribute the flavoring.
4. Divide the dough into eight parts.
5. Roll the dough into long strips. Cut into 2-inch lengths.
6. Press the tops with your finger or knife to flatten slightly.
7. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
8. Brush the tops with the beaten egg.
9. Sprinkle with the almonds and pearl sugar.
10. Bake in a 350°F oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a delicate golden brown.
11. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.

Serve with milk, coffee, or tea