Vanille Kipferln

Delightfully crumbly and delicately sweet, Vanille Kipferln are a classic Austrian holiday cookie that melt in your mouth with every bite. Made with ground almonds, powdered sugar, and the fragrant essence of real vanilla bean, these crescent-shaped treats boast a tender texture and irresistible flavor. Each cookie is gently rolled in a heavenly coating of vanilla-infused powdered sugar while still warm, adding a wintery touch of sweetness to their buttery richness. Perfect for gifting or holiday gatherings, these traditional Viennese cookies are simple to make yet beautifully elegant. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can bake up a batch of these festive delicacies to impress friends and family.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 30

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 200 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Ground almonds
• 80 grams Powdered sugar
• 1 whole Vanilla bean
• 100 grams Powdered sugar (for coating)
• 10 grams Vanilla sugar (for coating)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, split the vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out the seeds.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, ground almonds, and the seeds of the vanilla bean.

Step 4

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add them to the dry ingredients. Using your hands or a pastry cutter, work the mixture until it forms a crumbly dough.

Step 5

Knead the dough lightly until it comes together into a smooth ball. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough into small portions (about 10 grams each) and shape them into small crescents by rolling them into thin logs and gently bending them.

Step 7

Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each cookie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges turn lightly golden. Ensure not to overbake, as the cookies should remain pale.

Step 9

While the cookies are baking, sift the powdered sugar and mix it with the vanilla sugar in a shallow bowl. This will be used for coating.

Step 10

Allow the cookies to cool slightly for 5-7 minutes so they are still warm but fragile enough to handle.

Step 11

Carefully roll the warm cookies in the prepared sugar mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated. Handle with care, as they are delicate when warm.

Step 12

Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before storing or serving.

Step 13

Store the Vanille Kipferln in an airtight container, where they will keep well for up to two weeks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(745g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3696.7

Total Fat 223.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 104.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 442.9mg	0%
Sodium 37.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 402.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 191.4g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.9mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1052.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 42.2%