Bethmaennchen – German Christmas Cookies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13
Bethmaennchen - German Christmas Cookies
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Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3/4 cup almond halve , plus
2 tablespoons peeled almond halves
120 almond halves , reserved for decoration
3/4 cup prepared marzipan , plus
2 tablespoons prepared marzipan ( a prepared almond paste usually packaged in logs , available in specialty food stores )
1 tablespoon rose water
7 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 small eggs
3 1/2 tablespoons flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
83
Sugar
5g
Fat
5g
Bethmaennchen are a traditional German Christmas cookie that is made with ground almonds and marzipan. These cookies are often shaped into little almond-shaped balls and topped with half an almond to resemble little snow-tipped mountains. These cookies are easy to make and have a unique, nutty flavor that is perfect for the holiday season. Bethmaennchen are often eaten with a cup of hot tea or coffee, making them the perfect treat to enjoy while sitting cozy by the fire.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
2.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3.Finely grind 3/4 cup almonds in a food processor.
4.Add in 3/4 cup marzipan, rose water, powdered sugar, and eggs.
5.Process until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
6.Add in the flour and remaining 2 tablespoons of almonds and process until fully combined.
7.Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 tablespoon each.
8.Press an almond half into the top of each ball.
9.Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
10.Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.

PROS

Bethmaennchen are delicious Christmas cookies that have a unique almond flavor.

These cookies are simple and easy to make with only a few ingredients needed.

CONS

It is easy to overbake this cookie due to its pale color, so be mindful of the time and temperature when baking.

Almond paste can be expensive and difficult to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, protein, and vitamin E.
They have been linked to several health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart disease and improving brain function.

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