Gevulde Koek

Experience the delightful taste of Dutch tradition with Gevulde Koek—golden, buttery pastries filled with a luscious almond paste center and topped with a signature whole almond. Perfectly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, these classic almond-filled cookies are a staple in Dutch bakeries and an irresistible treat for any occasion. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and almond paste, this recipe combines zesty lemon and aromatic almond extract to elevate the rich, nutty filling. With their shiny, egg-washed finish and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these elegant cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. Serve them with a steaming cup of coffee or tea for the ultimate afternoon indulgence. Easy to make and always impressive, Gevulde Koek is a must-try treat for fans of European pastries.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:85 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 75 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 pinch Salt
• 1 tablespoon Cold water
• 1 large Egg
• 300 grams Almond paste
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Almond extract
• 12 pieces Whole almonds

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.

Step 2

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and blend into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the cold water and 1 lightly beaten egg to the mixture. Mix until the dough starts to come together.

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, combine the almond paste, lemon zest, and almond extract. Mix until it becomes smooth and well-blended.

Step 7

Divide the chilled dough into two equal parts and roll out one portion on a lightly floured surface to about 3 mm thick.

Step 8

Using a round cookie cutter (about 8 cm in diameter), cut out 12 circles and place them on the prepared baking tray.

Step 9

Spoon a dollop of the almond paste mixture (about 25 grams) onto each circle.

Step 10

Roll out the second portion of dough and cut out another 12 circles. Place these on top of the almond paste mounds, pressing the edges together to seal.

Step 11

Gently press a whole almond in the center of each pastry.

Step 12

Beat the remaining egg and brush it over each koek to give them a shiny glaze.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on the tray before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 15

Serve warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	864.6 grams (864.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3018

Total Fat 176.00g	226%
Saturated Fat 81.00g	405%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 552mg	184%
Sodium 290mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 327.20g	119%
Dietary Fiber 15.00g	54%
Total Sugars 124.30g
Protein 48.60g	97%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 257mg	20%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 900mg	19%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.3%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 42.4%