If you're searching for a vintage cookie recipe that brings together European holiday traditions, rich ingredients, and elegant flavor, these Scandinavian Whipped Cream Cookies are a must-try. This old-world recipe uses 10 egg yolks, whipping cream, and flour to create a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. The addition of cardamom, lemon peel, and a splash of cognac or brandy makes these cookies a standout on any Christmas cookie tray or vintage-inspired dessert table.
Ingredients for Scandinavian Whipped Cream Cookies:
- 10 egg yolks
- 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1/2 cup whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon cognac or brandy
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- 2 to 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Confectioners' sugar (for dusting)
How to Make These Vintage Scandinavian Cookies:
- Beat egg yolks until thick and lemon-colored.
- Add confectioners' sugar, whipping cream, cognac or brandy, cardamom, and lemon peel. Mix well.
- Stir in flour until a soft dough forms.
- Chill dough for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Roll dough to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into shapes using vintage cookie cutters.
- Bake on ungreased cookie sheets for 8–10 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Cool and dust with confectioners' sugar.
Why You'll Love This Recipe:
- Perfect for holiday baking and Christmas cookie exchanges
- A great way to use extra egg yolks
- Features classic Scandinavian flavors like cardamom and lemon
- Ideal for those who love vintage recipes and heirloom baking traditions
Lula Grove Tip:
Serve these cookies on a vintage holiday platter or tuck them into a retro cookie tin for a nostalgic gift. They pair beautifully with spiced tea, coffee, or even a warm mug of Swedish glögg.

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