Name: Julskorpor Christmas Rusks
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 24 rusks
Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup chopped almonds; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; Zest of 1 orange; 1/4 cup milk; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Add in the vanilla extract and orange zest, and mix well to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the milk, until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped almonds and dried cranberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Divide the dough in half and form each portion into a log shape on the prepared baking sheet.
Gently flatten the logs slightly to create a more oval shape for the rusks.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the rusks are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the rusks cool for a few minutes.
Using a sharp knife, slice the logs into 1-inch thick pieces on a slight diagonal.
Place the rusks back on the baking sheet, cut-side down, and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until they are crisp and lightly browned.
Once baked, remove the rusks from the oven and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack.
Store these Julskorpor Christmas Rusks in an airtight container to maintain their crispness and enjoy with a cup of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa throughout the holiday season.

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