Swedish Chocolate Toffee Slices Recipe

Introduction

Swedish Chocolate Toffee Slices are a delightful treat combining rich cocoa and honey sweetness in a tender, buttery cookie. These easy-to-make slices offer a perfect balance of chocolate and toffee flavors, ideal for tea time or a cozy dessert.

Ingredients

• 100 g unsalted butter (3.5 oz), at room temperature
• 90 g granulated sugar (3.1 oz / 1/2 cup)
• 145 g all-purpose flour (1 cup)
• 3 tbsp honey (or 2 tbsp Ljus Sirap / golden syrup)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla powder
• 2½ tbsp cocoa powder (1/4 cup / 30 g)
• ½ tsp baking powder

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until fluffy.
3. Step 3: Add the honey and vanilla extract, then mix well to combine.
4. Step 4: Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
5. Step 5: Divide the dough into three equal parts.
6. Step 6: Shape each part into a roll and place them spaced apart on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper to allow for spreading.
7. Step 7: Gently flatten each roll with your finger.
8. Step 8: Bake for 12-14 minutes, until the cookies feel slightly firm to the touch.
9. Step 9: Remove from the oven and immediately cut the rolls diagonally into slices while still warm. Let cool completely before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For a lovely crunch, brush the cookie rolls with a beaten egg before baking and sprinkle with pearl sugar. This adds sweetness and texture but only brush with egg if using pearl sugar.
• Substitute honey with golden syrup for a classic Swedish flavor.
• If you prefer a less intense chocolate taste, reduce cocoa powder to 2 tablespoons.

Storage

Store the cooled toffee slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to one month; thaw at room temperature before serving. These cookies maintain their texture well and do not require reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar?

Yes, brown sugar can be used and will add a deeper, richer flavor, but it may also make the cookies slightly moister.

What is Ljus Sirap?

Ljus Sirap is a Swedish golden syrup similar to honey or corn syrup. It adds sweetness and a mild caramel flavor, but honey is a suitable substitute if you can’t find it.

Swedish Chocolate Toffee Slices Recipe

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• Author: Elara
• Total Time: 27-29 minutes
• Yield: Approximately 24 slices 1x

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Description

These Swedish Chocolate Toffee Slices are deliciously rich, buttery cookies infused with cocoa and honey for a delightful toffee flavor. With a tender yet slightly crisp texture, they are perfect for enjoying alongside a cup of coffee or tea. The addition of pearl sugar before baking adds a lovely crunch and sweetness, making these slices a popular treat in Swedish baking.

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Ingredients

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For the Dough

• 100 g Unsalted butter (3.5 oz), at room temperature
• 90 g Granulated sugar (3.1 oz) (1/2 cup)
• 3 tbsp Honey (or 2 tbsp Ljus Sirap (Golden syrup))
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract or vanilla powder
• 145 g All-purpose flour (1 cup)
• 2½ tbsp Cocoa powder (1/4 cup) (30 g)
• ½ tsp Baking powder

Optional Topping

• 1 beaten egg (for brushing, if using pearl sugar)
• Pearl sugar for sprinkling

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cookies.
2. Cream butter and sugar: Combine the unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl and mix together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add honey and vanilla: Stir in the honey and vanilla extract thoroughly, ensuring they are well incorporated into the butter-sugar mixture.
4. Combine dry ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder to remove lumps and create an even mixture.
5. Mix dry and wet ingredients: Add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture and blend until a smooth, consistent dough forms.
6. Divide the dough: Split the dough evenly into three portions to prepare for shaping.
7. Shape the dough: Roll each portion into a log shape and place them spaced apart on a baking tray lined with non-stick baking paper, as the cookies will spread during baking.
8. Flatten the rolls: Use your finger to gently press down and flatten each dough roll slightly for even baking.
9. Optional topping: If using pearl sugar, brush the tops of the dough rolls lightly with the beaten egg, then sprinkle pearl sugar evenly to add crunch and sweetness.
10. Bake the cookies: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the cookies are slightly firm to the touch but still soft inside.
11. Cut while warm: Remove the tray from the oven and immediately, while the cookies are warm, cut each roll diagonally to form the toffee slices.
12. Cool and serve: Allow the chocolate toffee slices to cool completely before serving to ensure they hold their shape and texture.

Notes

• Use golden syrup (Ljus Sirap) as an alternative to honey for authentic Swedish flavor.
• Brushing with egg is only necessary if you plan to use pearl sugar topping to help it stick and add shine.
• Cut the cookies while warm to prevent cracking or breaking.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to 1 week.
• Ensure butter is at room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: Swedish

Keywords: Swedish chocolate toffee slices, Swedish cookies, chocolate toffee cookies, cocoa cookies, easy Swedish dessert, baked chocolate treats