Best 3 Spitzbuben Recipes

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Embark on a delightful culinary journey with Spitzbuben, a traditional Swiss cookie that captivates the senses with its delicate texture and burst of fruity flavors. These charming cookies, also known as "Spitzbube", "Spitzweck", or "Mailänderli", have been a beloved treat for centuries, gracing tables during festive occasions and everyday moments alike.

Our collection of Spitzbuben recipes offers a diverse range of variations, each with its own unique twist on this classic confection. From the traditional apricot jam filling to innovative fillings like chocolate ganache, raspberry preserves, and dulce de leche, these recipes cater to a variety of palates. Whether you prefer a simple, straightforward recipe or one that allows for creative experimentation, we have the perfect Spitzbuben recipe for you.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking adventure!

Recipes included in the article:

- Classic Spitzbuben: A timeless recipe that showcases the harmonious balance of buttery cookie dough and tart apricot jam.

- Chocolate Spitzbuben: A decadent variation that combines the classic cookie dough with a rich chocolate ganache filling, creating a delightful symphony of flavors.

- Raspberry Spitzbuben: A delightful twist on the classic, featuring a vibrant raspberry jam filling that adds a touch of tartness and sweetness.

- Dulce de Leche Spitzbuben: A unique and indulgent variation that pairs the crispy cookie dough with a luscious dulce de leche filling, creating a delectable treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth.

- Gluten-Free Spitzbuben: A recipe that caters to those with gluten sensitivities, featuring a modified dough made with almond flour and tapioca flour, paired with a choice of fruit jam or chocolate ganache filling.

- Vegan Spitzbuben: A plant-based delight that uses vegan butter and dairy-free milk in the cookie dough, along with a delicious fruit jam or chocolate ganache filling, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this classic treat.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SWISS SANDWICH COOKIES (SPITZBUBEN)



Swiss Sandwich Cookies (spitzbuben) image

Categories     Cookies     Mixer     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Raspberry     Apricot     Winter     Chill     Edible Gift     Jam or Jelly     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

For cookies
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups confectioners sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 sticks (1 1/4 cups) unsalted butter, softened
2 teaspoons powdered egg whites
2 tablespoons warm water
1/4 cup sanding or granulated sugar
For fillings
1/2 cup seedless raspberry jam
1/2 cup apricot preserves, strained

Steps:

  • Make cookies:
  • Sift together flour, confectioners sugar, vanilla powder, and salt.
  • Heat butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Mix in flour mixture at low speed just until blended. Form dough into a disk and chill, wrapped in plastic wrap, until firm, about 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Roll out dough slightly less than 1/4 inch thick on a lightly floured surface and cut out 1 1/2-inch rounds.
  • Arrange 1 inch apart on greased baking sheets. Reroll scraps once (cookies become tough if dough is worked too much). Whisk together powdered egg whites and water. Brush cookies with egg whites and sprinkle with sanding sugar.
  • Bake cookies in batches in middle of oven until pale golden, 10 to 15 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool.
  • Fill cookies:
  • Sandwich jam and preserves between unsugared sides of cookies, filling half with raspberry and half with apricot.

SPITZBUBEN



Spitzbuben image

This is a typical Swiss recipe. You can buy the spitzbuben in any bakery here in Switzerland.

Provided by Maya

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Swiss

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ⅛ cups butter
1 cup confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla sugar
1 pinch salt
1 egg white
3 ⅛ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup fruit preserves, any flavor
⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • To Make Vanilla Sugar: Combine 1 1/2 to 2 cups sugar with a rinsed and dried vanilla bean in a pint jar. Cover and shake well. Shake occasionally for 2 -3 days. Use flavored sugar, replenishing with fresh sugar, as needed.
  • Beat butter or margarine until soft and fluffy. Mix in the confectioners' sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt until mass has a lighter color.
  • Beat the egg white into the creamed mixture, making sure to incorporate fully. Add in the flour and mix. Cover the dough, and rest the dough in the refrigerator for one hour.
  • Take the dough out of the refrigerator, and roll it out until it is about 3/4 inch thick. Cut out circles with pastry cutters. Cut smaller shapes into the middle of half of the circles.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) oven for 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Warm up marmalade, apricot, or raspberry jam. Put some jam on the cookies without the holes in the middle. Then put the cookies with the wholes on top of the ones with jam. Sprinkle a bit of confectioners' sugar on top to make them look nice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 18.3 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 54.6 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

SPITZBUBEN - A GERMAN HOLIDAY COOKIE



Spitzbuben - A German Holiday Cookie image

After marrying my husband who is 1/3 German I became interested in German culture and recipes. I found this recipe years ago in my local newspaper and tweaked it a bit. These cookies are more work than the average, hence, the "medium" difficulty rating. Yet they are definately worth the extra work and make wonderful Christmas...

Provided by Janet Lochman

Categories     Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/4 c sifted flour
2 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 stick unsalted butter
1 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 c sugar, divided*
2 eggs
1 Tbsp milk
1 c finely ground pecans (put in coffee grinder)
1 small jar peach jam (or whatever flavor you prefer - seedless raspberry is good too)

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 350.
  • 2. Sift flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside. Mix butter, vanilla, *1 1/2 c. sugar, eggs and milk. Beat well. Add flour mixture and ground nuts. Mix well. Divide dough into 2 - 3 portions. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate several hours.
  • 3. Flour wooden board and rolling pin. Cut w/cookie cutters (I use the small gingerbread man cutters for Christmas)and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • 4. Bake approx. 10 min. until VERY lightly browned. DO NOT OVERBAKE. Cool to a warm temp. While still warm spread a cookie with jam, put another cookie on top to make a cookie sandwich and roll in remaining *1 c. sugar. Place on racks to cool. Store in tightly covered plastic container. Cookies are best when eaten the next day.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your Spitzbuben cookies. Use real butter, not margarine, and use fresh eggs and flour.
  • Chill the dough before rolling it out: This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Roll out the dough evenly: This will help to ensure that all of the cookies are the same size and shape.
  • Cut out the cookies carefully: Use a sharp knife or cookie cutter to cut out the cookies. This will help to prevent the edges from becoming ragged.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before filling them: This will help to prevent the filling from melting.
  • Use a variety of fillings: You can use any type of filling you like, such as jam, jelly, or chocolate ganache. Get creative and experiment with different flavors.

Conclusion:

Spitzbuben cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a little bit of planning and effort, you can create a batch of Spitzbuben cookies that will impress your family and friends. So what are you waiting for? Get started baking today!

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