CINNAMON STAR COOKIES

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Categories     Cookies     Dessert     Bake     Phyllo/Puff Pastry Dough

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups (about 8 oz.) hazelnuts or blanched almonds, finely ground
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 tsp lemon zest, grated
1/4 cup egg whites (about 2 large)
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups confectioner's sugar
About 1/2 cup additional confectioner's sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Combine the nuts, cinnamon, and zest. Beat the egg whites at high speed until foamy, about 30 seconds. Add the salt, increase the speed to medium-high and beat until soft peaks form, one to two minutes. Gradually add the confectioner's sugar and beat until stiff and glossy, five to eight minutes. Reserve about 1/3 cup of the meringue and fold the nut mixture into the remaining meringue. Place a large sheet of waxed paper on a flat surface, and cover with additional confectioner's sugar. Place the nut mixture on the sugar, lightly sprinkle with more confectioner's sugar, top with a second piece of waxed paper, and roll out one-quarter-inch thick. Remove the top piece of waxed paper. Using a cookie cutter dipped in water, cut into two-inch star shapes, or use a knife to cut into diamonds. Re-roll and cut any scraps. Place on the prepared baking sheet. Bake until set, 10 to 12 minutes. Spread the reserved meringue over the top of the cookies and bake until the tops are lightly colored, about five minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool. Store in an airtight container for up to three weeks. Makes about 36 two-inch cookies.

Hassan Udah
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I've never made star cookies before, but these were so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to make them again.


Mhamad Mhamad
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


Scelo Zikhali
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I'm not a huge fan of cinnamon, but I still enjoyed these cookies. They're not too overpowering.


Nada Moataz
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These cookies are perfect for gifting. I always make a batch for my friends and family during the holidays.


Drayden CartoonArtist
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I love the way these cookies smell while they're baking. They fill the whole house with a warm, inviting aroma.


Frederick Cabalquinto
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help.


Amir Jutt
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I didn't have any star cookie cutters, so I just used a round cutter. They still turned out great!


Ijaz Rajpoot
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Juman Ahmed
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These cookies are so festive and perfect for the holidays. I love the way they look and taste.


Severine Reid
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're the perfect balance of sweet and spicy.


SK Sahin Alom
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These cookies are a hit! They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I love the combination of cinnamon and sugar.