Zimtsterne (Cinnamon Stars) Recipe

Name: Zimtsterne (Cinnamon Stars)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 egg whites; 1 cup granulated sugar, superfine; 1 ½ cups toasted almonds, ground; ¾ cup toasted hazelnuts, ground; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg; ¼ cup powdered sugar (just for dusting, may not use 1/4 cup); 1 egg white; 1 ½ cups sifted icing sugar; 12-1 teaspoon water

Servings: persons

2 egg whites
1 cup granulated sugar, superfine
1 ½ cups toasted almonds, ground
¾ cup toasted hazelnuts, ground
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ cup powdered sugar (just for dusting, may not use 1/4 cup)
1 egg white
1 ½ cups sifted icing sugar
12-1 teaspoon water

1
In a small bowl, beat 2 egg whites just until soft peaks form.
2
Gradually beat in 1 cup superfine sugar, beating until soft peaks form.
3
Stir in the nuts, flour and spices together.
4
Fold into the beaten egg whites.
5
Let the mixture rest for 30 minutes so the nuts can absorb the moisture.
6
Roll out 1/4-inch thick on surface, lightly sprinkled with powdered sugar.
7
Cur with star-shaped cookie cutter.
8
Place on greased baking sheet.
9
Bake in 325F oven for 10-15 minutes.
10
Cool on rack.
11
Frost with icing.
12
Store cookies in covered container.
13
ICING: Beat 1 egg white slightly.
14
Gradually stir in 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar.
15
Add water till icing is of spreading consistency.

845

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 egg whites, 1 cup granulated sugar, superfine, 1 ½ cups toasted almonds, ground, ¾ cup toasted hazelnuts, ground, and more.

Yes, Zimtsterne (Cinnamon Stars) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Zimtsterne (Cinnamon Stars)

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