Sandtortchen (Sand Tarts)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3

Sandtortchen (Sand Tarts) are deliciously crisp and buttery cookies perfect for a sweet indulgence or as a treat for your guests.

by The Chefin Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

263

Sugar

25g

Fat

16g

Sandtortchen (Sand Tarts) are a type of German cookies that is popular for its simplicity and delicious taste. These cookies are made by shaping dough into small balls and flattening them with a fork, then brushed with egg white and topped with a sugar-cinnamon mixture and pecan halves. Once baked, they become crispy and perfect for a sweet indulgence or to share with your family and friends. They are also a perfect homemade gift or can be served as party favors to your guests.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Cream sugar and butter/margarine together until fluffy.
3.	Beat in the eggs.
4.	Gradually add the flour and mix until smooth.
5.	Shape dough into 1 inch balls and place onto ungreased cookie sheets.
6.	Flatten balls with the back of a fork.
7.	Brush the tops with egg white.
8.	Mix together sugar and cinnamon and sprinkle on top.
9.	Place pecan halves onto each tart.
10.	Bake for 15-20 minutes.

PROS

Sandtortchen (Sand Tarts) are easy to make and have a buttery, nutty flavor that is perfect with your afternoon tea or coffee.

They are also great for gifting to your friends and family or as party favors.

CONS

These cookies contain a high amount of sugar and fat, therefore should be consumed in moderation.

Also, they may not be suitable for someone with nut allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Sandtortchen (Sand Tarts) are not particularly healthy, it is a great indulgence to lift your mood and reward yourself for your hard work.
Pecans provide a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein while cinnamon has antioxidant properties that can help reduce inflammation and lower blood sugar.

	2 1/2 cups sugar
	2 cups butter or 2 cups margarine
	2 large eggs
	4 cups flour , Unbleached , Unsifted
	1 large egg white , Beaten
	sugar
	cinnamon
	pecans , Halves