These cookies, called Spekulatius, are a traditional German Christmas Cookie. Typically they have intricate designs and may be topped with slivered almonds. As you can tell I have gone for the plain, less traditional cookie. I feel like the tree and star ARE traditional for this time of year, and I believe fish is a common food item in parts Italy during Christmas. I'm hopeful that the butterfly and manwithcowonhead will take off in years to come. The recipe is simple:
18 oz Flour
7 oz Butter
2 Eggs
2 dr Almond Oil
1 ts Cinnamon
1/2ts Cloves,ground
1/2ts Cardamom ground
1 ts Vanilla
9 oz Sugar
2 ts Baking Powder
4 oz Ground Almonds
Chill for a little bit in the fridge. Roll out to 1/4 inch and cut into desired shapes. Bake on greased cookie sheet for 6-8 minutes. For those who are wondering, I usually use parchment paper...but I wanted to make sure these cookies crisped up on the bottom and I thought the grease might help with that.
They look lovely and delicious... and I know a little boy who would probably love the cow cookie! :) Well done, sir!
ReplyDeleteTastes like a butter cookie dipped in chai? Holy deliciousness!
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