Springerle I

Ingredients and Weight:

• 500g plain flour
• 250g caster sugar
• 250g unsalted butter, chilled and diced
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Grated zest of 1 lemon

Preparation Time:

• 1 hour

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (simple to moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest.
2. Add the diced butter and rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
3. Add the beaten eggs and mix until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
4. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 5mm.
6. Use a Springerle rolling pin or a rolling pin with a textured surface to create impressions on the dough.
7. Cut the dough into desired shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving:

• Calories: 350
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Protein: 5g
• Fat: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crisp and aromatic German cookies
• Spiced with cinnamon and cloves
• Embossed with traditional Springerle designs
• Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat

User Comments:

• "Delicious and authentic Springerle cookies with a perfect balance of spices."
• "The Springerle rolling pin created beautiful designs that added an elegant touch."
• "These cookies were a hit with my American guests who had never tried Springerle before."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a rolling pin with a shallow texture to avoid breaking the dough.
• If you don't have a Springerle rolling pin, you can use a rubber stamp or cookie cutter to create impressions on the dough.
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.