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Gevulde Speculaas

Name: Gevulde Speculaas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Netherlands
Ingredients: 300g Self-raising Flour; 150g Brown Sugar; 10g Speculaas Spice Mix; Pinch Salt; 125g Butter; 10 tblsp Milk; 300g Almond Paste; 1 Egg; For brushing Milk; Garnish Almonds

Gevulde Speculaas is a classic Netherlands dessert that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully baked or prepared featuring Self-raising Flour, Brown Sugar, Speculaas Spice Mix, Butter, Milk, Almond Paste, Egg, Milk and Almonds, the components balance delicate sweetness and satisfying texture.

Enjoy warm or chilled alongside fresh vanilla custard, whipped cream, or a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for a comforting finish to your meal.

If you enjoy authentic Netherlands cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Apple Cake.

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Ingredients

Self-raising Flour300g
Brown Sugar150g
Speculaas Spice Mix10g
SaltPinch
Butter125g
Milk10 tblsp
Almond Paste300g
Egg1
MilkFor brushing
AlmondsGarnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

14 steps

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Step 1🥄 Mix

Mix the self-rising flour, sugar, speculaas spice mix and salt.

Step 2

Add the butter and milk and knead into a firm ball of dough.

Step 3

Start with 6 tablespoons of milk, if the dough is too stiff you can add more milk.

Step 4

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.

Step 5🥧 Bake

You can process and bake it immediately, but the flavor will be much better if you let it rest.

Step 6🥄 Mix

Mix the almond paste with half of the beaten egg and knead well.

Step 7

This makes it easier to work with and gives it a better and tastier texture.

Step 8

Take half of the dough and roll it out to 20 x 20 cm.

Step 9

Place in a baking pan lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Spread the almond paste mixture evenly.

Step 11

Roll out the remaining dough and place on top of the almond paste.

Step 12

Brush the top with the remaining beaten egg.

Step 13✨ Serve

Garnish with almonds and top with another layer of egg wash.

Step 14🥧 Bake⏱️ 40 minutes

Bake the filled speculaas for 40 minutes at 180°C/350℉ (conventional oven) or until done.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Gevulde Speculaas carries a rich culinary tradition rooted in regional home cooking. Developed over generations, the recipe highlights wholesome local ingredients prepared with time-honored kitchen techniques.

Dietary Substitutions

If using instant dry yeast instead of active dry yeast, you can mix it directly into the dry ingredients without proofing first, reducing wait time by 15 minutes.

Chef Technique Tips

Always ensure liquids used to activate the yeast are comfortably lukewarm (around 38°C–42°C / 100°F–108°F); liquid that is too hot will kill the yeast, while cold liquid delays proofing. Keep the dough in a warm, draft-free spot to rise.

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