Cinnamon stars: The perfect recipe for Advent

Advent is one of the most wonderful times of the year, and what better way to enhance this festive spirit than with homemade cookies? In this blog post, we'll show you how to make delicious cinnamon stars – a classic that no Christmas bakery should be without.

Why cinnamon stars ?

Cinnamon stars are not only delicious but also easy to make. Made with just a few ingredients, they bring the typical Christmas flavor of cinnamon and almonds into your home. They're also gluten-free, making them a great option for everyone!

Ingredients for the cinnamon stars

For about 30-40 cinnamon stars you need the following ingredients:

• 250 g ground almonds
• 200 g powdered sugar
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp lemon juice

For the glaze: 1 egg white and 150 g icing sugar

Step-by-step instructions

Step 1: Prepare the dough

1. Beat egg whites: Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff.
2. Add sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue beating until a glossy mixture forms.
3. Mix the ingredients: Mix the ground almonds, cinnamon, and lemon juice into the egg white mixture. The dough should be easy to form.

Step 2: Cutting out

1. Roll out the dough: Lightly dust your work surface with powdered sugar and roll out the dough to about 1 cm thick.
2. Cut out stars: Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 3: Prepare the glaze

1. Make the glaze: Beat the egg whites until stiff and gradually add the powdered sugar until you have a thick glaze.
2. Glaze the cookies: Generously cover the cut-out stars with the glaze.

Step 4: Baking

1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 150 °C (fan oven).
2. Baking: Bake the cinnamon stars in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes until they are light golden brown.

Step 5: Let cool

Let the cinnamon stars cool on a wire rack before storing them in a cookie tin.

Cinnamon stars

• Make sure the egg whites are really stiff; this will ensure a fluffy consistency.
• You can also refine the cinnamon stars with a little cocoa powder or vanilla.
• Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crispy!

Cinnamon stars are an absolute must during Advent! With this simple recipe, you can conjure up delicious cookies in no time that will delight your family and friends. Try it out and enjoy the aroma of freshly baked pastries in your home!

Have fun baking and a peaceful Advent season!