Traditional German cookies
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Despite its simplicity, it doesn't compromise on taste. You can add nuts, candied fruits, crystallized ginger, or dried fruits. Serve the cookies after they've cooled down. This recipe yields a large batch, enough for many guests. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Place the butter in a saucepan and put it over heat, melt the butter over low heat.
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Step 2
2. Whisk the butter thoroughly until it begins to boil.
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Step 3
3. Continue beating the butter with a whisk until foam forms on the surface.
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Step 4
4. When the oil at the bottom turns brown, remove the pan from the heat and let it cool completely.
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Step 5
5. Pour the cooled butter into a bowl and beat it with a mixer until a foamy mass forms.
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Step 6
6. Add granulated sugar, milk, and vanilla extract, then mix everything with a mixer.
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Step 7
7. In another bowl, mix flour (2.5 cups heaped), salt, and baking powder.
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Step 8
8. Add the dry ingredients to the bowl with the butter and sugar.
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Step 9
9. You will get a dry mixture that resembles crumbs.
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Step 10
10. Manually form the dough from the crumbs.
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Step 11
11. Transfer the dough onto the table and shape it into 2 logs.
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Step 12
12. Wrap each one in plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours, preferably overnight.
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Step 13
13. Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator and cut it into pieces.
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Step 14
14. Roll the cookie in granulated sugar on the sides.
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Step 15
15. Transfer all the cookies to a baking sheet and place in the oven.
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Step 16
16. Bake at 180 degrees for about 12-15 minutes.
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Step 17
17. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let cool completely.
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Step 18
18. Enjoy the cooled festive pastry.