Best 5 German Gossamer Crisp Spice Cookies Recipes

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Crispy, nutty, and oh-so-delicious, German Gossamer Crisp Spice Cookies are more than a handful of goodness and a great way to enjoy the flavors of the holidays. These cookies are incredibly thin and delicate, yet they are packed with so much flavor. You'll love the combination of spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, and the nutty flavor from the walnuts.

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SPICED GERMAN COOKIES



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These buttery spice cookies are a cross between sugar cookies and gingerbread, creating the best of both worlds. -April Drasin, Van Nuys, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon each ground cardamom, coriander, cinnamon and cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup slivered almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extracts. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, spices and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Divide dough in half. Shape each into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm enough to roll., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll each portion of dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with floured 3-in. cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Decorate tops with almonds, pressing to adhere., Bake 9-11 minutes or until light brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 78 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 60mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GERMAN SPICE COOKIES



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These chewy spice cookies are great with coffee and taste even better the next day. The recipe has been a family favorite for more than 40 years.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 large eggs
2 cups packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs. Add the brown sugar, cloves, cinnamon and pepper. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to the egg mixture. Stir in raisins and walnuts. , Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until surface cracks. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

GERMAN GOSSAMER CRISP SPICE COOKIES



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The paper thin cookies are traditional to northern Europe. "Gossamer" refers to something light and delicate and perfectly describes these crisp cookies.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 66 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
1/3 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup molasses
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl stir together flour, ginger, apple pie spice, cloves, cardamom, and red pepper; set aside.
  • In a large bowl beat butter with an electric mixer on medium to high speed for 30 seconds. Add molasses and brown sugar. Beat until combined. Beat in flour mixture just until combined.
  • Divide dough in half; cover and chill for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F
  • On a lightly floured surface roll half of the dough at a time to a 1/16 inch thickness. Using a 2-inch round scalloped cutter, cut out dough. Place cutouts 1 inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 5 to 6 minutes or until edges are browned. Transfer cookies to wire racks; cool. Makes about 66.
  • TO STORE: Place in layers separated by waxed paper in an airtight container, cover. Store at room temperature.
  • Better Homes Christmas Cookies.

GERMAN SPICE COOKIES



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A great spice cookie.

Provided by Mikey

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups ground walnuts
2 teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground coriander seed
¼ teaspoon anise seed
1 ¼ cups shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
2 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate

Steps:

  • In a medium size bowl, combine the flour, walnuts, baking powder, and spices. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream the vegetable shortening with the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg. Gradually blend in the dry ingredients. Cover and chill for 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut into rounds using a 2-inch round cookie cutter and place 1-1/2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  • Melt chocolate over low heat and drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 21.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 58.9 mg, Sugar 13 g

GERMAN SPICE COOKIES



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This recipe contains no butter or shortening. A perfect cookie with a cuppa your favorite tea or coffee blend. Even better the next day after spices have mingled

Provided by CoffeeB

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 3 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 eggs
2 cups brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup nuts, chopped

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, beat eggs.
  • Add the brown sugar, cloves, cinnamon and pepper.
  • Combine flour, baking soda and salt, gradually add to the egg mix.
  • Stir in raisin and nuts.
  • Drop by tablespoonsful 2 inches apart onto a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until surface cracks. (My oven cooks/bakes really hot and so I can only bake at 350 for 10 minutes).
  • Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1160.1, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 159.4, Sodium 877.6, Carbohydrate 222.1, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 148.7, Protein 21.1

Tips:

  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough before rolling and baking helps to prevent the cookies from spreading too much and keeps them crisp.
  • Roll the dough thinly: The thinner the dough is rolled, the crispier the cookies will be.
  • Use a sharp knife: When cutting out the cookies, use a sharp knife to get clean, even edges.
  • Bake the cookies until they are golden brown: The cookies should be baked until they are golden brown around the edges and just set in the center.
  • Let the cookies cool completely: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before storing them.

Conclusion:

German gossamer crisp spice cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. With their delicate, crispy texture and warm, spicy flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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