Old Fashioned German Cookies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 11

Classic Old Fashioned German Cookies for your next tea party

by The Chefin Cookie

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb salted red Spanish peanut
	3 egg whites , beaten very stiff
	3 tablespoons flour
	1 cup sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

184

Sugar

18g

Fat

11g

These Old Fashioned German Cookies are a family recipe that have been passed down through generations. They are crispy on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside, and the roasted red Spanish peanuts give them a unique flavor and texture. These cookies are perfect for a traditional German afternoon tea party and can be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee. This recipe is simple and requires only a few ingredients, making them a great addition to any baking repertoire. Fortunately, they can be made in large batches and stored for later enjoyment.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine the salted red Spanish peanuts and sugar.
3.	Add the beaten egg whites and flour into the mixing bowl and mix thoroughly.
4.	Once the mixture is well combined, drop spoonfuls of dough onto the parchment paper, spaced about 2 inches apart.
5.	Bake for approximately 8-10 minutes or until the cookies have turned a pale golden brown.
6.	Allow the cookies to cool completely before serving.

PROS

These Old Fashioned German Cookies have a unique texture and flavor, and they come together quickly with just a few simple ingredients.

They are perfect for those following a gluten-free diet as they contain no wheat flour.

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

CONS

These cookies are high in sugar and fat, so they should be enjoyed in moderation.

Some may find them too sweet, especially if they are not typically used to eating sweet treats.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While high in sugar, these cookies also have some health benefits. Red Spanish peanuts, the star of this recipe, are high in protein, fiber, and healthy fats.
They also contain essential vitamins and minerals like Vitamin E, magnesium, and potassium.
Egg whites are a good source of protein, and the use of egg whites instead of whole eggs reduces the cholesterol content of the cookies.