During the festive season, German Christmas baking fills homes with the delightful aromas of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. One popular treat that graces many holiday tables is the Vanillekipferl, which translates to vanilla crescents. These delicate, buttery cookies are traditionally shaped like crescent moons and dusted with powdered sugar. In this unique twist on the classic recipe, we add a decadent touch of chocolate to make Vanillekipferl Mit Schokolade – Vanilla Crescents With Chocolate. These cookies are the perfect combination of rich, buttery goodness with a hint of cocoa. Let’s get baking!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
– 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
– 2 cups of all-purpose flour
– 1 cup of ground almonds
– 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
– 1/2 cup of semisweet chocolate, melted
– 1/2 cup of powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour and ground almonds to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
5. Take a small portion of the dough and roll it into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick.
6. Cut the rope into 2-inch long pieces and shape each piece into a crescent by gently bending it to form a moon shape.
7. Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
8. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until they are just starting to turn golden brown around the edges.
9. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cookies have cooled, dip one end of each crescent into the melted chocolate, then place them back on the wire rack to allow the chocolate to set.
11. Dust the Vanillekipferl Mit Schokolade with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
These Vanilla Crescents With Chocolate are a delightful addition to any holiday cookie platter. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich chocolate flavor are sure to impress your friends and family. Plus, they make a perfect gift for your loved ones. Enjoy the warmth and comfort of the holiday season with these delicious German-inspired treats. Happy baking!
