Best 2 MandelspritzgebÃck German Christmas Almond Cookies Recipes

**Mandelspritzgebäck: A Delightful German Christmas Cookie**

Indulge in the festive flavors of Mandelspritzgebäck, a traditional German Christmas cookie that will fill your kitchen with the enticing aroma of roasted almonds and warm spices. These delicate cookies, shaped into elegant S-curves or stars, are a staple of German holiday baking, enjoyed for generations. Their crisp exterior yields to a soft and chewy interior, perfectly balanced by the subtle sweetness of almond extract and the crunch of roasted almonds. Discover the joy of baking these delightful treats with our carefully curated collection of recipes, each offering unique variations on this classic cookie. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to innovative takes with modern twists, we have something for every baker. Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey as we explore the world of Mandelspritzgebäck.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S MANDELBROT

Mom's Mandelbrot image

This is the Jewish equivalent to biscotti. It was handed down through three generations. I added the mini chocolate chips. The cookies are twice baked, first in logs and then in slices. Stored in an airtight container, these will keep for about two weeks.

Provided by susan yale

Categories Desserts Cookies Biscotti Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3 eggs
¾ cup vegetable oil
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
1 cup coarsely chopped almonds

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a cookie sheet.
Beat together the eggs, oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until well blended. Sift together the flour, salt, and baking powder; and stir into the egg mixture until well mixed. Fold in the chocolate chips and almonds. Form two logs, three inches in diameter, and place onto the baking sheets.
Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven and cut into 1 inch diagonal slices. Lay the slices on their sides on the cookie sheet and return to the oven for 10 minutes. Remove to cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.1 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 36.3 mg, Sugar 8.4 g

BETHMAENNCHEN - GERMAN CHRISTMAS COOKIES

Bethmaennchen - German Christmas Cookies image

My family first had these yummy almond cookies (pronounced "BAIT-men-chen") when a German exchange student made them for us at Christmas time so she could have a taste of home. She blanched, skinned, and halved the almonds herself, which took most of the preparation time. When pressed for time I have substituted store-bought chopped almonds, but I'm told that that's anathema for anyone who wants the real thing. This prep time excludes preparing the almonds.

Provided by LightEra

Categories Dessert

Time 40m

Yield 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

3/4 cup almond halve, plus
2 tablespoons peeled almond halves
120 almond halves, reserved for decoration
3/4 cup prepared marzipan, plus
2 tablespoons prepared marzipan (a prepared almond paste usually packaged in logs, available in specialty food stores)
1 tablespoon rose water
7 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 small eggs
3 1/2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°F.
Finely grind the measured almonds.
Break the marzipan dough into small pieces and mix with one of the eggs, rosewater, powdered sugar, ground almonds and flour.
Separate the remaining egg and beat the yolk, set aside.
Form marzipan mixture into balls the size of walnuts.
Press three almond halves onto the sides of each ball. The almonds should stand up and down and be evenly spaced around the ball.
Brush each ball with the beaten yolk and place on a cookie sheet.
Place cookie sheet on the middle rack and bake 15 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 7.1, Sodium 2.8, Carbohydrate 3, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.6, Protein 1.4

Tips:

- If you don't have a cookie press, you can use a piping bag fitted with a star tip to create the spritzgebäck cookies. - To make the cookies extra festive, you can sprinkle them with colored sugar or chopped nuts before baking. - If you want the cookies to be extra crispy, you can bake them for a few minutes longer. - Be sure to let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them to keep their shape and texture.

Conclusion:

Mandelspritzgebäck are a delicious and festive German Christmas cookie that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. With their delicate almond flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are the perfect addition to any holiday cookie platter. So next time you're looking for a special holiday treat, be sure to give Mandelspritzgebäck a try!