Spiced Almond Stars: Festive Holiday Delights

Spiced Almond Stars: Festive Holiday Delights

240 mins
medium
50 servings

These elegant spiced almond stars are a delightful treat for any occasion. Easy to make and visually stunning, they're perfect for holiday gatherings or a special dessert.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking Sheets
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Star-shaped Cookie Cutter
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 175.00 gAlmonds(Blanched and sliced for a smoother texture)
  • 175.00 gHazelnuts(Roasted for added flavor)
  • 3.00 Egg Whites(Room temperature for best results)
  • 300.00 gPowdered Sugar(Use a fine-grain variety)
  • 2.00 tspCeylon Cinnamon(For a warm, aromatic spice)
  • 2.00 sheetsBaking Paper(For easy cleanup)

Instructions

1

Combine almonds and hazelnuts in a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped. Transfer to a bowl.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

2

Whisk egg whites and 100g powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Add cinnamon and almond-hazelnut mixture to the egg white mixture. Gently fold until combined.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours to firm up.

Estimated time: 120 minutes

5

Preheat oven to 145°C (300°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Whisk remaining egg whites and 200g powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Roll out dough between two sheets of parchment paper to about 1cm thickness.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Spread the egg white glaze evenly over the dough.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

9

Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out shapes. Dip the cutter in hot water to prevent sticking.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Arrange cookies on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely before serving.

Estimated time: 10 minutes