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Zimtsterne - German Cinnamon Stars

6 INGREDIENTS • 11 STEPS • 30MINS

Zimtsterne - German Cinnamon Stars

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Bring the warmth of the holidays to your home with Zimtsterne, Germany’s beloved Cinnamon Stars! These naturally gluten-free cookies are made with ground almonds, powdered sugar, and a touch of cinnamon for a perfectly spiced treat. Finished with a glossy, snowy glaze, their chewy texture and festive star shape make them a standout on any holiday dessert table. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them with loved ones, Zimtsterne are a must-bake for the season. Easy, delicious, and full of holiday cheer!
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Bring the warmth of the holidays to your home with Zimtsterne, Germany’s beloved Cinnamon Stars! These naturally gluten-free cookies are made with ground almonds, powdered sugar, and a touch of cinnamon for a perfectly spiced treat. Finished with a glossy, snowy glaze, their chewy texture and festive star shape make them a standout on any holiday dessert table. Whether you’re gifting them or enjoying them with loved ones, Zimtsterne are a must-bake for the season. Easy, delicious, and full of holiday cheer!
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Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).
30MINS
Total Time
Ingredients
Servings
8
us / metric
Egg
3

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Eggland's Best Classic Eggs
only egg whites
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
2 1/2 cups
Powdered Confectioners Sugar
Almond Flour
3 1/3 cups
Almond Flour
Ground Cinnamon
2 tsp

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Simply Organic Cinnamon, Ground
Bourbon Vanilla Extract
1 tsp
Bourbon Vanilla Extract
Salt
1 pinch
Salt
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
453
Fat
26.8 g
Protein
13.0 g
Carbs
45.8 g
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I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

Author's Notes

Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to two weeks.
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step 1
Preheat your oven to 300 °F (150 °C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
step 2
For preparing the meringue base, in a clean, dry bowl, whisk the Eggland's Best Classic Eggs (3) whites with a pinch of Salt (1 pinch) until stiff peaks form.
step 3
Gradually add the Powdered Confectioners Sugar (2 1/2 cups) (reserve 2 tablespoons for later), continuing to whisk until the mixture is glossy and holds firm peaks.
step 4
Remove 4 tablespoons of the meringue mixture and set it aside in a small bowl for glazing later.
step 5
For the dough, gently fold the Almond Flour (3 1/3 cups), Cinnamon (2 tsp) and Vanilla Extract (1 tsp) into the remaining meringue until it forms a sticky dough. Avoid overmixing.
step 6
Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about ¼ inch (5-6mm) thickness.
step 7
Use a star-shaped cookie cutter (dip it in powdered sugar to prevent sticking) to cut out shapes.
step 8
Transfer the stars to the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
step 9
Using a small spoon or pastry brush, carefully spread the reserved meringue glaze over each star for a glossy finish.
step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes. The cookies should be firm on the outside but still slightly chewy inside. Keep an eye on them to avoid browning; they should remain white.
step 11
Let the Zimtsterne cool completely on a wire rack.
step 11 Let the Zimtsterne cool completely on a wire rack.
Tags
Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Shellfish-Free
Vegetarian
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