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Homemade Biscoff Cookies Recipe

These homemade Biscoff cookies have the perfect balance of warm spices and caramelized crunch, just like the classic Belgian speculoos. Perfect for coffee, desserts, or snacking!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 28 minutes
Servings: 36 Cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: belgian
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar packed
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Spice Mix
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda

Equipment

  • 1 Stand/hand mixer (or whisk) For creaming butter and sugar
  • 1 Rolling pin For rolling dough thin
  • 1 Rectangle cookie cutter Or use a sharp knife
  • 1 Fork To create the signature pattern
  • 2 Baking sheets Lined with parchment paper
  • 1 Wire cooling rack For cooling cookies evenly

Method
 

  1. Whisk dry ingredients
  2. Cream butter and sugars
  3. Add egg, cream, and vanilla
  4. Mix in dry ingredients
  5. Shape into a disc, wrap, and chill
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  7. Roll out dough thin
  8. Cut into rectangles
  9. Create pattern with a fork
  10. Bake for 12-14 minutes
  11. Cool before serving

Notes

  • For best results, ensure dough is thoroughly chilled before rolling
  • Dough can be frozen for up to 2 months
  • Store baked cookies in airtight container for up to 2 weeks