Experience the magic of Christmas with these delectable Bethmannchen (pronounced 'bait-men-chen'), traditional German almond cookies! A cherished family recipe, these cookies are a delightful blend of sweet marzipan, crunchy almonds, and a hint of rosewater. While authentically made with blanched, skinned, and halved almonds (a process our German exchange student taught us!), we've included a time-saving shortcut using store-bought chopped almonds. For the ultimate Bethmannchen experience, however, take the time to prepare your own almonds—the difference is truly remarkable! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfect for holiday baking and sharing with loved ones. Get ready to impress with this festive treat!
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How to Make Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Finely grind 1 cup of almonds using a food processor.
In a large bowl, combine 8 ounces of marzipan (crumbled), 1 large egg (lightly beaten), 1 teaspoon rosewater, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 cup ground almonds, and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour. Mix until well combined.
Separate the remaining 1 large egg. Set the egg white aside and beat the yolk until light and frothy.
Roll the marzipan mixture into walnut-sized balls (approximately 1 inch in diameter).
Gently press three almond halves into the sides of each ball, evenly spaced and standing upright. (For store-bought chopped almonds, use a small amount to create a similar effect.)
Brush each ball with the beaten egg yolk.
Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
6g
Fat
1g
Carbs
1g
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How long does it take to make Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies?
Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies?
Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies has approximately 39 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies?
The key ingredients for Bethmaennchen German Christmas Cookies are Almond Halve, Almond Halves, Marzipan, Rose Water, Powdered Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.
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