GERMAN CHRISTMAS COOKIES

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This little spice cookie tastes very European and is similar to Pfeffernüsse or "peppernut." We make ours with cozy spices, anise flavoring, almonds and candied citron. -Carole Mueller, Florissant, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 12 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
2 large eggs
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon anise extract
1-1/2 cups chopped almonds
1/2 cup chopped candied citron
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Combine first seven ingredients. In another bowl, combine eggs, butter, lemon peel and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in almonds and citron., Shape into 1/2-in. balls and place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake until set, 8-10 minutes. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar; cool on wire racks. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 13mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Robert Kolsin
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These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.


Alfred Mokhatla
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I can't wait to make these cookies again next year.


anis ahmed
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These cookies are a must-try for any Christmas cookie lover. They're delicious and festive.


Mubeen Soomro
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I would definitely make these cookies again. They were a big hit with my family and friends.


Christian Garcia
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Overall, I thought these cookies were pretty good. They were easy to make and they tasted good.


Ashley Yeary
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These cookies were easy to make and they looked beautiful, but they didn't have much flavor.


Troy w Estep
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I thought these cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them.


Ali Mutahir
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These cookies were just okay. They weren't bad, but they weren't anything special either.


Z Zahed
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cookies didn't turn out right. I'm not sure what went wrong.


paul morkel
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I was a bit disappointed with these cookies. They were a bit dry and crumbly.


Ajmal shahid Shahid
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These cookies were a bit more work than I expected, but they were definitely worth it. They turned out beautifully and tasted amazing.


Naesha petit
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I tried these cookies for the first time this year and I was really impressed. They were so flavorful and festive.


Glenda Rascon
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I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're soft and chewy with just the right amount of sweetness.


Hasnain pubg player
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These Christmas cookies were so easy to make and tasted delicious! They were a hit with my family and friends.