Cinnamon Star Cookies German (Printable Version)
Crisp almond stars with cinnamon spice and snowy lemon glaze, perfect for festive treats or special gifts.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dough
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2 1/4 cups finely ground almonds
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1 3/4 cups powdered sugar
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1 pinch salt
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2 large egg whites
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
→ Icing
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1 large egg white
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1 cup powdered sugar
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1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
# Steps to Follow:
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In a large mixing bowl, blend together finely ground almonds, powdered sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt until evenly incorporated.
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In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in vanilla extract and lemon juice.
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Carefully fold the whipped egg white mixture into the almond mixture to form a cohesive, sticky dough.
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Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
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Preheat oven to 325°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Between two sheets of parchment paper, roll out the chilled dough to 1/2-inch thickness.
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Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out stars and transfer them to prepared baking sheets.
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For the icing, whisk the egg white in a bowl until frothy. Gradually add powdered sugar and lemon juice, continuing to whisk until thick and smooth.
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Brush a thin, even layer of icing onto each star-shaped cookie using a pastry brush.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, until the icing is set and the cookies are firm but not browned.
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Transfer baked cookies to a wire rack and allow to cool completely before serving or decorating further.
# Important Notes:
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For a shimmering finish, sprinkle edible glitter over the icing before it sets.
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Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
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Almond flour may be substituted for ground almonds to yield a finer, more uniform texture.