Ah, the Sleepy Hollow Sweet Cakes Dutch Koekje — sounds like a charming, old-world cookie with a cozy vibe! While there’s no official recipe tied directly to Sleepy Hollow’s folklore, I can whip up a traditional Dutch Koekje recipe inspired by the old-timey sweetness you’d expect from a sleepy town’s bakery, perfect for cozy autumn days.
🍪 Sleepy Hollow Sweet Cakes — Dutch Koekje (Dutch Spice Cookies)
🍽 Makes: ~24 cookies
⏱ Time: ~15 min prep + 12 min bake
📝 Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ground ginger
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1/4 tsp ground cloves
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1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1/4 cup molasses or dark corn syrup (for that deep, sweet flavor)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
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Cream butter & sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and molasses; mix well.
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Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Shape cookies: Roll dough into small balls (~1 inch), place on baking sheet, and flatten slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
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Bake: 10–12 minutes, or until edges are firm and tops look set.
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Cool: Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
✅ Serving Suggestions
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Serve with hot cider, tea, or coffee for that cozy Sleepy Hollow feel.
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Add a light glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
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Sprinkle with coarse sugar or chopped nuts before baking for texture.