Springerle

German Christmas cookie Grandma Dapper & Aunt Clara made at Christmas

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl beat eggs until light.

Step 2

Gradually beat in sugar until mixture is very pale & thick.

Step 3

Stir in lemon peel & vanilla.

Step 4

Sift flour with baking powder & salt, add to egg mixture. Blend well ( dough should be smooth but not sticky)

Step 5

Chill for 1 hour.

Step 6

Sprinkle pastry board lightly with with sugar or flour.

Step 7

Roll dough 1/2 inch thick.

Step 8

Make design with Springerle mold.

Step 9

Cut into squares where marked.

Step 10

Place cookies on buttered cookie sheets which have been sprinkled generously with anise seeds.

Step 11

Set cookies aside for at least 24 hours.

Step 12

Bake in a preheated 325 degree oven for 15 - 20 minutes or until the edges are pale gold. No, not brown.

Step 13

Cool on wire rack

Step 14

Store in an airtight container at least 10 days before eating. These cookies may be stored several months. Makes approximately 4 dozen cookies.