koeken
Koeken are a category of sweet baked goods in Dutch and Flemish cuisine. They encompass a range of cookies and small cakes, typically flat or compact, and are commonly eaten as a snack or dessert. The term koeken can refer to both cookies and larger cakes, while koekje is used for smaller, bite-size cookies.
Origins and usage: The word koeken derives from the Dutch koek meaning cake or pastry. In everyday
Common varieties include boterkoek, a dense, buttery cake-like cookie; speculaas, a spiced almond biscuit often pressed
Ingredients and preparation: Koeken typically begin with a base of flour, sugar, butter or oil, and eggs,
Cultural significance: Koeken play an important role in Dutch and Flemish coffeehouse culture and are commonly
Regional notes: While widely associated with the Netherlands, koeken are also common in Belgium (Flanders), with