Jan Hagel

Delight your taste buds with Jan Hagel, a traditional Dutch cookie recipe that’s as festive as it is irresistible. This buttery and crisp treat boasts a unique combination of warm cinnamon, delicate vanilla, and a topping of pearl sugar and sliced almonds for added sweetness and crunch. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple indulgence with coffee, these cookies are baked in a single sheet and effortlessly sliced into elegant rectangles or diamonds. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, Jan Hagel offers a classic European confection that's surprisingly easy to make. Try this authentic recipe for a taste of the Netherlands in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 227 grams unsalted butter
• 200 grams granulated sugar
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg, separated
• 50 grams pearl sugar or coarse sugar
• 50 grams sliced almonds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 9x13-inch baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and the egg yolk to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and ground cinnamon.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture and mix until a crumbly dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking tray, using your hands or a spatula to smooth it out.

Step 7

Lightly beat the egg white in a small bowl until frothy. Brush it evenly over the surface of the dough using a pastry brush.

Step 8

Sprinkle the pearl sugar (or coarse sugar) and then the sliced almonds on top, ensuring even coverage.

Step 9

Bake the cookie tray in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the top is set.

Step 10

Remove the tray from the oven and allow it to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into rectangular or diamond-shaped cookies.

Step 11

Store the Jan Hagel cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	833.8 grams (833.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3900

Total Fat 226.90g	291%
Saturated Fat 117.20g	586%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 689mg	230%
Sodium 108mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate 453.80g	165%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 253.00g
Protein 43.90g	88%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 287mg	22%
Iron 15mg	81%
Potassium 789mg	17%

*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: 50.6%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 45.0%