These nutty, nicely spiced cutouts dusted with sugar are a German tradition. Serve them with cups of tea or coffee for dunking.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield about 6-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Toast almonds and hazelnuts; cool completely. Place nuts in a food processor; cover and process until finely ground., In large bowl, beat egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Combine the nut mixture, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg; fold into egg whites. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. star-shaped cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets., Bake at 325° until edges are lightly browned, 9-11 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. If desired, sprinkle with confectioners' sugar.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 36 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
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