German Anise Christmas Cookies (Springerle)

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
German Anise Christmas Cookies (Springerle)
45 min.
24
170kcal

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If you’re looking to add a touch of tradition to your holiday baking, look no further than these delightful German Anise Christmas Cookies, or Springerle. These beautifully stamped cookies are not only a feast for the eyes but also a wonderful celebration of aromatic flavors that evoke the spirit of Christmas. The exquisite taste of anise melds beautifully with the lightness of the dough, creating a unique cookie that melts in your mouth.

This vegan and dairy-free recipe allows everyone to enjoy a classic holiday treat, making it perfect for gatherings with friends and family. What makes Springerle special isn’t just their rich flavor, but their unique texture and delightful anise fragrance that fills your home as they bake. The process of making these cookies is almost meditative—whipping the eggs and sugar until fluffy, rolling out the dough, and shaping them into intricate designs holds an essence of old-world charm that will spark joy in your kitchen.

Serving these cookies during your festivities will not only impress your guests but also offer them a bit of delicious history. So gather your loved ones, don your aprons, and dive into this delightful recipe that’s sure to become a cherished holiday tradition for years to come!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon anise seed crushed
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • pound confectioners' sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • 4.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon lemon zest 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • rolling pin

Directions

  1. Sift together the flour and baking powder, set aside. In a large bowl, whip the eggs and sugar until thick and light. Stir in the lemon zest and ground anise.
  2. Add the flour mixture, mix well. Cover and chill dough for about an hour.
  3. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/2 inch thickness. Traditionally, you would roll over the dough with a springerle rolling pin, but the dough can be cut into small shapes of any kind.
  4. Place cookies 1/2 inch apart on baking sheets, sprinkle with anise seed and leave out uncovered, overnight.
  5. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  6. Bake cookies for 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories170kcal
Protein7.97%
Fat5.11%
Carbs86.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.17
Glycemic Load
12.99
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.0943478488404%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:170.37kcal
8.52%
Fat:0.97g
1.49%
Saturated Fat:0.27g
1.67%
Carbohydrates:37.01g
12.34%
Net Carbohydrates:36.31g
13.21%
Sugar:18.58g
20.65%
Cholesterol:27.28mg
9.09%
Sodium:28.98mg
1.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.39g
6.79%
Selenium:10.32µg
14.75%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.53%
Folate:46.39µg
11.6%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.05%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.42%
Iron:1.34mg
7.44%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
6.99%
Phosphorus:44.61mg
4.46%
Fiber:0.7g
2.78%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.18%
Copper:0.04mg
2.14%
Calcium:19.55mg
1.96%
Zinc:0.27mg
1.83%
Magnesium:6.54mg
1.64%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.24%
Potassium:39.61mg
1.13%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.09%
Source:Allrecipes