Santa Klaus is famously known for his love of cookies. The tradition of leaving milk and cookies out for him on Christmas Eve is followed by many families around the world. In Belgium and the Netherlands, Santa Klaus has a special affinity for Speculoos – a spiced cookie with a crispy texture that is perfect for dipping in milk or coffee. Today, we’ll be sharing with you a recipe for Santa Klaus’ Speculoos that is sure to make him smile this holiday season.

Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
– 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup light brown sugar
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar
– 1 egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, cloves, salt, and baking powder.
2. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until creamy (about 2-3 minutes).
3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, and beat for an additional minute.
4. Slowly add in the dry ingredients and continue mixing until a dough forms.
5. Once the dough is formed, wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight if possible).
6. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it is approximately 1/4 inch thick.
8. Use a cookie cutter to cut out the desired shapes and transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
9. Bake the Speculoos for 10-12 minutes or until slightly browned.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, store the Speculoos in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Santa Klaus’ Speculoos are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season. They also make for great gifts when packaged in decorative tins or cookie boxes.

In addition to being delicious, Speculoos have a rich history in Belgium and the Netherlands. They were traditionally made as treats for St. Nicholas Day on December 6th. The cookies were often shaped like the bishop’s miter and were decorated with a white icing to represent the saint’s beard. Over time, the recipe for Speculoos evolved and they became a staple during the Christmas season.

So this year, why not add a little Belgian and Dutch tradition to your holiday celebrations and make some Santa Klaus’ Speculoos. They are easy to make and are sure to become a new favorite cookie in your household. Happy baking and happy holidays!

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