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.
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
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking the cookies.
- 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.
- Add honey and vanilla: Stir in the honey and vanilla extract thoroughly, ensuring they are well incorporated into the butter-sugar mixture.
- Combine dry ingredients: Sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder to remove lumps and create an even mixture.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture and blend until a smooth, consistent dough forms.
- Divide the dough: Split the dough evenly into three portions to prepare for shaping.
- 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.
- Flatten the rolls: Use your finger to gently press down and flatten each dough roll slightly for even baking.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
