This recipe is known in America as almond crescents. I converted the measurements and translated this recipe that has been in my family for generations. It's a German Christmas cookie.
Preparation Time
30 mins
Cooking Time
8 mins
Total Time
38 mins
Calories
207 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Combine flour, 1/3 cup sugar, and ground almonds. Cut in butter with pastry blender, then quickly knead into a dough.
Step 3
Shape dough into logs and cut off 1/2-inch pieces. Shape each piece into a crescent and place on prepared baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake in preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool 1 minute and carefully roll in vanilla sugar mixture.
