NUMBERGER ELISENLEBKUCHEN GERMAN CHRISTMAS COOKIE

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Another German gingerbread Christmas Cookie from my Mother-in-law. These are wonderful! A taste you won't forget! They are made from ground almonds and hazelnuts, gluten free.

Provided by Sheila M

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 eggs
1 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp rum extract
1/4 tsp lemon extract
1/4 tsp baking powder
1/3 c candied citron ground or cut real fine (she measured as 75grams)
2 c ground almonds
1 c ground hazelnuts (only as much hazelnuts so you can spoon it onto the wafer
1 box bach oblaten rounds (german baking wafers)
CHOCOLATE FROSTING
1 c powdered sugar
1 Tbsp cocoa powder
1 Tbsp butter melted
hot water to thin to right consistency to ice cookies (don't make too thin that it runs down cookie

Steps:

  • 1. Beat eggs and sugar. Add all the spices and flavoring.
  • 2. Add citron, ground almonds and baking powder. Once combined gradually add ground hazelnuts enough so you can drop it on a baking wafer with a teaspoon on a cookie sheet.
  • 3. Bake SLOW on 275 to 300 degree for approximately 40 minutes. Or until done. They have to look real light brown. Remember all ovens vary so you will have to get a feel for your own.
  • 4. Once cool frost and enjoy. These keep well in an air-tight container.
  • 5. Note: Photos from Google Images

Queena Cooley
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday cookie exchange.


Kashmiri Munda
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These cookies are a must-try for any holiday party.


Victor Garcia
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Can't wait to make these cookies again next year.


Haider Mirza
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Would definitely recommend this recipe.


GryphonWithClouts
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5 stars!


Jaan Ki jaan
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These cookies are the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season.


Owusu Boatemaa
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are a new holiday favorite in our family.


Kamran Abbas
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These cookies are so pretty! I love the way they're decorated with icing and sprinkles.


Ishak Saidi
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I love the unique flavor of these cookies. The combination of spices and nuts is perfect.


Aryaa Maharaj
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and they make the perfect holiday gift.


Jones Kelly
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I've tried many different recipes for German Christmas cookies, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are so flavorful and they keep well for weeks.


Biruk Aklilu
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but these cookies are amazing. They're so soft and chewy and the spices are just right.


eze emmanuel
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These cookies are a holiday tradition in our family. We make them every year and they're always a favorite.


Alphonce Philemon
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I've made these cookies for years and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect.


Daniel O daniel
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These cookies are absolutely delicious! They have the perfect balance of spices and sweetness. My family and friends loved them.


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