Finnish Piparkakut Recipe

I recently discovered the Finnish Piparkakut Recipe, also known as the Ginger Bread recipe, and decided to try it out. It was an amazing experience!

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 20

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Finnish

Keyword: Finnish Piparkakut Recipe

Servings: Servings

Calories: 387 kcal

In a large bowl, cream together the molasses, brown sugar, and butter until smooth.
Beat in the egg.
In a separate bowl, mix together the cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, baking soda, and flour.
Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the molasses mixture.
Stir in the hot water.
Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
On a floured surface, roll out one half of the dough to 1/4 inch thickness.
Cut the dough into desired shapes with cookie cutters.
Place the cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until firm.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Repeat with remaining dough.

Make sure the butter is softened before creaming it with the sugar and molasses.

Refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours to make it easier to handle and roll out.

Use a light dusting of flour on the rolling surface and rolling pin to prevent sticking.

If the dough becomes too soft, return it to the refrigerator for a few minutes to firm up.

Decorate the cookies with icing or sprinkles for added fun.

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