Angel Cookies – German Christmas Cookies

Angel Cookies
Engels-Plätzchen
Small and flavorful, these cookies are an almond lover's delight, sure to become family favorites.
Course Cookies, Dessert
Keyword christmas
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar 50g
  • 5.3 oz plain marzipan 150g
  • 1 small egg
  • 2 teaspoons flour
  • 1/4 cup ground almonds 50g
  • 1/2 cup whole blanched almonds 100g
  • 1 egg yolk for coating

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven at 350° F.
  • Combine powdered sugar, marzipan, egg yolk, flour and ground almonds until dough is smooth. Form little round balls.
  • Cut the whole almonds in half, place three halves on each ball, and brush with egg yolk. Place balls on cookie sheet lined with baking parchment.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.

Notes

Preparation time: 60 min

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