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Transport yourself to a traditional German bakery with these exquisitely embossed Springerle cookies. Infused with the subtle warmth of anise, these classic treats boast a delicate, cake-like texture that improves with age, making them perfect for savoring throughout the holiday season or any time of year.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
13 g
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Cholesterol
13 mg
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Fiber
0 g
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Protein
1 g
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Saturated Fat
0 g
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Sodium
34 mg
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Sugar
7 g
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Fat
1 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until very light and frothy. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)
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Add the sugar and softened butter to the bowl. Cream together until the mixture is light and fluffy. (Approximately 5-7 minutes)
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In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. (Approximately 2-3 minutes)
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Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth. If the dough is too sticky, add more flour, a tablespoon at a time, until it reaches a workable consistency. (Approximately 5-8 minutes)
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. (Minimum 2 hours)
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Preheat your oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C).
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On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough to a 1/2-inch thickness. Use a springerle rolling pin to impress the traditional designs onto the dough. Cut the cookies along the imprinted borders. (Approximately 15-20 minutes)
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Sprinkle anise seeds evenly over a clean tea towel. Place the cut cookies on the towel, ensuring the anise seeds adhere to the bottoms. Leave the cookies uncovered at room temperature overnight to dry. This crucial step helps the cookies retain their shape during baking. (Approximately 8-12 hours)
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Carefully transfer the cookies to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden on the bottom. (Approximately 12-15 minutes)
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Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack.
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Store the cooled Springerle in an airtight tin container. The anise flavor will intensify over time, enhancing the cookies' unique taste. (Indefinitely)
For a more intense anise flavor, try grinding some of the anise seed and adding it directly to the dough.
If you don't have a springerle rolling pin, you can use other decorative stamps or simply cut the dough into traditional shapes.
The drying time is essential for preventing the cookies from spreading during baking. Don't skip this step!
Experiment with different flavorings! A touch of lemon zest or almond extract can add a delightful twist to this classic recipe.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.3/ 5 ( 26 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
Celestino Botsford
May 10, 2025I've tried other springerle recipes before, but this one is by far the best. The cookies came out beautifully embossed and tasted amazing.
Amie Borergoodwin
May 5, 2025The drying time is a game-changer! My cookies held their shape perfectly thanks to that tip.
Trudie Daugherty
Dec 31, 2024These were a huge hit at our family gathering! The anise flavor was just right, and the texture was perfect.
Maggie Schamberger
Dec 27, 2024I added a bit of lemon zest to the dough, and it gave the cookies a lovely bright flavor.