17 Of The Best Classic Cookies Around The World
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We asked the BuzzFeed Community to tell us about the most popular cookies in the countries they reside in. Here are the best responses:
1. Netherlands: Stroopwafels

What is it: Waffle sandwich with caramel filling.
"Every non-Dutch person I’ve introduced to stroopwafels has become absolutely obsessed and I totally understand why. They are the best cookies/biscuits ever, especially when fresh from a market stand or warmed up over a hot cup of tea."
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2. Denmark: Finskbrød

What is it: A shortbread cookie topped with chopped almonds and sugar.
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4. Italy: Amaretti

6. Germany: Vanillekipferl

What is it: Crispy, nutty, crescent-shaped biscuits; these are popular all over Austria, Germany, the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia and Hungary.
"We make them during Christmas season and eat them like crazy!"
7. Japan: Shiroi Koibito

What is it: Light butter biscuits with white chocolate filling.
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8. Senegal: Cinq Centimes

What is it: Sugar cookies topped with peanut butter and chopped peanuts.
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9. Argentina: Alfajores

What is it: Dulce de leche sandwiched between two buttery cookies and rolled in coconut shavings; popular all over South America.
"Most have a ring of shredded coconut, but there are also chocolate-covered alfajores. They're very popular in parties and as a snack."
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10. US: Snickerdoodle Cookies

What is it: Cinnamon sugar cookies.
"I live in the US, so chocolate chip cookies are an obvious choice. But, I actually really like and prefer Snickerdoodles!"
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12. Canada: Maple Leaf Cream Cookie
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What is it: Maple leaf-shaped cookie with maple cream filling.
"In Canada, at least the city I live in, the most popular cookie would have to be the Maple Leaf Cookie. They have a creamy middle made with maple and are shaped like maple leaves."
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13. Sweden: Pepparkakor
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What is it: Thin gingersnap cookies.
"They are the best gingerbreads out there!"
—Erika Drewke, Facebook
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14. Hungary: Kifli

What is it: Buttery, crescent-shaped cookies with walnut filling.
—Hannah Loewentheil, BuzzFeed Staff Writer
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15. Guyana: Lime Cookie

What is it: Thin, lime-flavored butter cookie.
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16. Hong Kong: Jenny Bakery's Butter Cookies
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What is it: Butter cookies that come in four flavors and are packed in an iconic teddy bear-themed tin. They are sold exclusively at Jenny Bakery.
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