Vanillekipferl, also known as vanilla crescents, are a delightful Austrian cookie that is traditionally enjoyed during the Christmas season. These delicate pastries are characterized by their crescent shape, snowy dusting of powdered sugar, and a subtle vanilla flavor. While the preparation might seem a little bit daunting, they are surprisingly easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With the right recipe, you can create a batch of vanillekipferl that are both delicious and visually appealing, making them the perfect addition to any holiday gathering or cookie exchange.
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VANILLEKIPFERL
Vanilla cookie crescents make the perfect German Christmas treat!
Provided by Marianne
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Time 2h40m
Yield 120
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Stir all-purpose flour, almond flour, and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar together in a bowl. Add butter and egg yolks; knead by hand until a smooth dough forms.
- Divide dough into quarters and form each piece into a rectangle. Wrap each rectangle in plastic wrap. Chill dough in the refrigerator until firm, at least 1 hour, and up to overnight.
- Place 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon white sugar in a food processor. Cut each vanilla bean in half lengthwise and scrape seeds from each half with the back of the knife; add to the sugar. Pulse until seeds are evenly dispersed. Pour vanilla sugar into a shallow bowl.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut 1 portion of dough into 6 equal pieces, keeping remaining dough chilled. Roll each piece evenly into a 1/2-inch-thick log on a lightly floured surface. Cut each log crosswise into 2-inch pieces and gently roll or pinch ends of each piece into points. Arrange cookies on the baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until bottoms are lightly golden but tops are still pale, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 2 minutes.
- Roll warm cookies in the vanilla sugar, brushing off excess sugar. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough, baking in batches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.5 g, Cholesterol 9.7 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 2.4 g
VANILLEKIPFERL
A trick for making vanilla icing sugar is to place of couple of vanilla bean pods in a jar with icing sugar and a couple of weeks later the icing sugar will be well sented with vanilla.
Provided by Coasty
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 30-35 biscuits
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 160C.
- Sieve the flour into a large bowl.
- Cut the cold butter into small pieces and rub into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add icing sugar, hazelnuts and the egg.
- To cool your hands plunge into cold water and quickly knead mixture into a dough. Chill for half an hour.
- Take a portion of dough and roll into sausages about 3cm in diametre then cut into 1cm wide discs. Then roll this into another sausage shape and form into a crescent. Place on lined biscuit tray and continue with the rest of the dough.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until very light gold in colour.
- While they are baking mix the icing sugar and the vanilla sugar. Soon as the biscuits come out of the oven roll them in the icing sugar mix. Cool on rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.7, Fat 6.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 16.9, Sodium 38.1, Carbohydrate 10.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 4.7, Protein 1.4
Tips:
- Make sure your butter is cold and firm before you start. This will help the cookies hold their shape better.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until they are light and fluffy. This will help the cookies be nice and tender.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the flour and baking powder until just combined. Do not overmix, or the cookies will be tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling and baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape better.
- When rolling the dough, use a light touch. If you press too hard, the cookies will be too dense.
- Bake the cookies until they are just golden brown around the edges. If you overbake them, they will be dry and crumbly.
Conclusion:
Vanillekipferl are a delicious and festive holiday cookie that are sure to please everyone. They are easy to make and can be decorated with a variety of toppings, such as powdered sugar, sprinkles, or nuts. Whether you are baking them for a holiday party or just to enjoy with your family and friends, Vanillekipferl are a surefire hit.
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