Cinnamon Stars Zimtsterne German Christmas Cookies
Delightfully crisp on the outside with a tender, chewy center, Cinnamon Stars, or Zimtsterne, are the quintessential German Christmas cookies that bring festive magic to your holiday baking. Made with almond flour, powdered sugar, and a warm hint of ground cinnamon, these cookies are naturally gluten-free and bursting with seasonal flavor. A glossy meringue glaze on top adds an elegant, snowy finish, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfectly spiced and delicately sweet, this classic German treat is easy to make and perfect for gifting or serving at holiday gatherings. With their iconic star shape and a hint of vanilla and lemon juice for brightness, these cookies are sure to become a cherished addition to your festive traditions. Bake a batch of these irresistible Zimtsterne and fill your home with the comforting aromas of Christmas!
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Ingredients
- 250 g Almond flour
- 200 g Powdered sugar
- 2 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 large Egg whites
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large bowl, sift together almond flour, powdered sugar, and ground cinnamon. Mix well to combine.
Step 3
In another bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the egg whites on medium speed until frothy.
Step 4
Slowly add the granulated sugar to the egg whites while continuing to beat on high speed. Beat until stiff peaks form and the meringue is glossy.
Step 5
Remove 3 tablespoons of the meringue mixture and set aside for later use as the glaze.
Step 6
Gently fold the sifted almond flour mixture, vanilla extract, and lemon juice into the remaining meringue until a sticky dough forms. Be careful not to deflate the meringue too much.
Step 7
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1 cm (⅜ inch) thickness.
Step 8
Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out cookies and transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Step 9
Use a small brush or spoon to spread the reserved meringue glaze evenly over the top of each cookie.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the glaze is set and the cookies are slightly firm but not browned. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet.
Step 11
Once completely cooled, store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your homemade Cinnamon Stars during the holiday season!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (580.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2457.3 |
| Total Fat 125.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 114.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 309.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 29.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 255.8g | |
| Protein 60.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 595.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 148.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories