Orangenbäumchen Orange Trees Cookies
Orangenbäumchen, also known as Orange Trees Cookies, is a delightful traditional Austrian Christmas baking recipe that brings a touch of citrusy sweetness to your holiday festivities. These charming cookies are not only a treat for the taste buds but also make a lovely addition to your Christmas table presentation.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Set aside.
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In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
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Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.
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Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
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Use a small tree-shaped cookie cutter to cut out the cookies and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cookies have cooled, spread a thin layer of apricot jam on the bottom side of half of the cookies.
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Top with the remaining cookies to create 'tree' sandwiches.
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Dust the top of each cookie with powdered sugar for a snowy effect.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 120 kcal per cookie
- Total Fat
- 7 g per cookie
- Saturated Fat
- 4 g per cookie
- Cholesterol
- 20 mg per cookie
- Sodium
- 50 mg per cookie
- Total Carbohydrate
- 13 g per cookie
- Dietary Fiber
- 0.5 g per cookie
- Sugars
- 4 g per cookie
- Protein
- 1 g per cookie
These Orangenbäumchen (Orange Trees) Cookies are not only a delightful treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee but also a wonderful homemade gift for friends and family during the holiday season. Their fragrant orange flavor and cute tree shape make them a standout addition to your Christmas cookie repertoire. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let the festive baking begin!