GERMAN KIPFELS

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This is my Grandma's cookie recipe she made when she worked at a bakery in Germany before WWII. She moved to the US after the war and passed this cherished recipe on to her children and grandchildren. For pictorial instructions check out my blog: http://www.perfuzion.com/german-kipfels/

Provided by Schooter

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 85 cookies, 85 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups all-purpose flour (~750 g)
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
1/2 cup lukewarm water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 lb butter
2 teaspoons baking powder
12 ounces chocolate chips
powdered sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Put flour on counter.
  • Make hole in the middle to put other ingredients.
  • Add yeast, water, salt, vanilla, sugar, eggs, baking powder and butter to middle of flour.
  • Knead dough until all ingredients are mixed. (Alternatively, use Kitchenaid with paddle blade to combine ingredients. First cream together butter and sugar; add eggs and vanilla; whisk together dry ingredients and add to wet alternating with water.).
  • Roll a fourth of the dough out on to the counter to 1/8" thickiness (Make sure the dough is rolled very thin).
  • Cut dough into 3x3 inch squares using a pizza cutter.
  • Put 5 chocolate chips in the middle.
  • Roll dough from corner. Cookie should look like a crescent roll. Make sure to pinch the dough together so they don't unroll when cooking.
  • Place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
  • Let cool for ~10 minutes.
  • Roll in powdered sugar using a zip lock bag.
  • Put cookies in container/ziplock and store in the freezer for best taste.

Faith Afolabi
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I love the crescent shape of these kipfels. They're so festive.


Joe Wilson
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These kipfels are the perfect way to end a meal.


Naima Sherps
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I wasn't sure how these kipfels would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're delicious!


Wells David
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These kipfels are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort.


Mark On keys
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I'm going to make these kipfels again and again. They're that good.


ayman mofreh
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These kipfels are the perfect gift for any occasion.


Sabbir Ahmed Robin
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I've never had kipfels before, but I'm glad I tried them. They're delicious!


TM GAMER 7
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These kipfels are so good, I could eat them every day.


Eberechukwu Kingsley
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these kipfels without any problems. They turned out great!


Afrin Jannat
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These kipfels are the perfect addition to any cookie platter. They're sure to be a crowd-pleaser.


Zakir Kamil
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I had some trouble getting the dough to the right consistency, but the end result was worth it. These kipfels are delicious!


Traci Hinton
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These kipfels were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


Muhammad Usama Bhatti
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I love the delicate flavor of these kipfels. They're the perfect treat for a special occasion.


Veronica Mutangara
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These kipfels are the perfect holiday cookie. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.


hassan mughals
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I've been making these kipfels for years and they're always a favorite. The dough is so versatile and can be filled with anything from jam to chocolate to nuts.


Tony Lee
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These kipfels were a hit at my holiday party! They were easy to make and disappeared quickly.