German Cinnamon Stars (Zimtsterne) Recipe

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German Cinnamon Stars (Zimtsterne)
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Ingredients
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Nutrition
1073
Calories
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Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups (about 8 oz) hazelnuts or blanched almonds, finely ground
  • 1/4 cup egg whites (about 2 large)
  • pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • about 1/2 cup additional confectioners' sugar for rolling

Directions:

  1. 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
  2. 2. Combine the nuts, cinnamon, and zest. Beat the egg whites on low speed until foamy, about 30 seconds. Add the salt, increase the speed to medium-high, and beat until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add the confectioners' sugar and beat until stiff and glossy, 5 to 8 minutes. Reserve one-third of the meringue (about 1/3 cup) and fold the nut mixture into the remaining meringue.
  3. 3. Place a large piece of waxed paper on a flat surface and sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar. Place the nut mixture on the sugar, lightly sprinkle with more confectioners' sugar, top with a second piece of waxed paper, and roll out 1/4 inch thick. Remove the top piece of waxed paper. Using a cookie cutter dipped in water, cut into 2-inch star shapes or use a sharp knife to cut into diamonds. Reroll and cut any scraps. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. 4. Bake until set, 10 to 12 minutes. Spread the reserved meringue over the top of the cookies and bake until the tops are lightly colored, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a rack and let cool. Zimtsternen taste best if allowed to stand for 24 hours. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.
  5. The World of Jewish Desserts, by Gil Marks Simon & Schuster
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 1072.93 Kcal (4492 kJ)
Calories from fat 116.85 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 12.98g 20%
Sodium 101.37mg 4%
Potassium 204.44mg 4%
Total Carbs 241.57g 81%
Sugars 233.05g 932%
Dietary Fiber 2.82g 11%
Protein 6.58g 13%
Vitamin C 1.3mg 2%
Iron 1.2mg 6%
Calcium 39.4mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 368.06 Kcal (1541 kJ)
Calories from fat 40.08 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.45g 20%
Sodium 34.77mg 4%
Potassium 70.13mg 4%
Total Carbs 82.87g 81%
Sugars 79.94g 932%
Dietary Fiber 0.97g 11%
Protein 2.26g 13%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 2%
Iron 0.4mg 6%
Calcium 13.5mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 22
    Points
  • 30
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar

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