Wiener Mandelkipferl (viennese Almond Crescents)
Wiener Mandelkipferl, or Viennese Almond Crescents, are traditional Austrian cookies that are perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a delicious treat. These delicate crescent-shaped cookies are made with ground almonds and dusted with powdered sugar, creating a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a rich almond flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 cups ground almonds
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the ground almonds, flour, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
- Shape the dough into small crescent shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool for a few minutes, then gently roll them in the powdered sugar while still warm.
- Once completely cooled, dust the cookies with more powdered sugar before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 12 minutes
- Total time:
- 42 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 120 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 8g
Supplies
Baking sheet Parchment paper Cookie cutter or crescent-shaped mold
Tools
Mixing bowl Electric mixer Cooling rack
Serving suggestions
Serve the Wiener Mandelkipferl with a cup of hot coffee or tea for a delightful afternoon treat.
Tips & tricks
For a festive touch, sprinkle the cookies with a little extra powdered sugar and garnish with a few whole almonds before serving.
Cost
$10