German Egg Yolk Cookies (Eier Kringel)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
German Egg Yolk Cookies (Eier Kringel)
in Pastry

Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 hard cooked egg yolks
2 raw egg yolks
1/4 lb butter
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups sifted cake flour
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 egg white , slightly beaten
1/4 cup sugar , mixed with
1/2 cup chopped blanched almond

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
248
Sugar
12g
Fat
13g
German Egg Yolk Cookies, also known as Eier Kringel, are a traditional pastry cookie from Germany. Made with butter, sugar, egg yolks, flour, cardamom, and lemon zest, these cookies are delicate and flavorful, with a unique taste that is sure to impress guests. The recipe requires some preparation, such as cooking the egg yolks ahead of time, but the end result is well worth the effort. These cookies are perfect for an afternoon tea or dessert, and they pair well with coffee or tea.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.Crush hard cooked egg yolks with fork and set aside with the raw egg yolks.
3.Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4.Beat in egg yolks.
5.Sift flour, cardamom and lemon zest together; add to butter misture and mix well.
6.Form into small rings.
7.Brush with egg white and sprinkle with mixed sugar and almonds.
8.Bake for 10-15 minutes or until light brown.
9.Enjoy!

PROS

These pastry cookies are delicate and flavorful, perfect for an afternoon tea or dessert.

They have a unique taste thanks to the cardamom and lemon zest, sure to impress guests.

CONS

These cookies can be high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They require some preparation, like cooking the egg yolks ahead of time and sifting the flour, so they can be time-consuming to make.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
Egg yolks are a good source of protein and essential nutrients.
Cardamom has been linked to supporting digestive health and reducing inflammation.
Almonds are rich in healthy fats and antioxidants.

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