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FESTIVE BAKES
Cakes, cookies and moreish bites are wonderful treats to enjoy with family and friends over the holidays. Here, we share recipes for some beautifully crafted creations from Anja Dunk’s book, Advent:
Festive German Bakes to Celebrate the Coming of Christmas
SPICED ALMOND BISCUITS (SPEKULATIUS)
Makes about 30 Preparation time 30-35 minutes Cooking time 10-12 minutes, plus cooling
“These biscuits are traditional Advent sweet treats in both the Netherlands, where they are eaten around 6 December (St Nicholas Day), and in Germany, where they are eaten throughout the run-up to Christmas. Usually, almond spekulatius have a flaked almond base, but I’ve switched things up and adorned mine with them on top.”