Custrd is out now on the App Store and Google Play — Try it free for 7 days →
Back to recipes

Tirggel

A crisp, honey-sweet Swiss cookie with a subtle butter flavor. This traditional treat is rolled thin and baked until golden, perfect for the holidays or a special snack.

Total time
35 min
Servings
24
Calories
110
Protein
1g
Tirggel
festiveSwissvegetariannonecrispholidaycookiedessert

Ingredients

7 items — tap to check off

Missing one? Custrd suggests a swap that works.

Open the app

Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a small saucepan, combine the 0.5 cup butter, 0.25 cup honey, and 0.25 cup water. Heat over medium until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. Step 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the 2 cups flour, 0.5 cup sugar, 0.25 teaspoon baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoon salt.

  3. Step 3

    Pour the warm butter mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a soft dough forms, about 2 minutes. If too sticky, add a little flour.

  4. Step 4

    On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut into rectangles or shapes.

  5. Step 5

    Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart. Bake at 350°F (175°C) until the edges are golden and the centers are set, about 10-12 minutes.

  6. Step 6

    Let the tirggel cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. They will crisp as they cool.

Tools you’ll need

  • rolling pin
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • cookie cutter or knife
  • mixing bowls
  • saucepan

Cook smarter

Get matched recipes for what’s in your fridge

Custrd is an iPhone and Android app that finds real recipes from the ingredients you already have. No more grocery-list aspirations. Try it free for 7 days.