Orangenplätzchen Mit Nussfüllung Orange Cookies With Nut Filling

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is well incorporated before adding the next.

3. Add the orange zest and vanilla extract to the mixture, stirring until evenly combined and fragrant.

4. Gradually add the flour and salt to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be firm but not sticky. If it feels too wet, add a little more flour.

5. Divide the dough into two equal portions. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.

6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

7. Remove one portion of the dough from the fridge and place it on a floured surface. Roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.

8. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out circles of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.

9. In a small bowl, mix together the chopped nuts with a tablespoon of sugar.

10. Place a small amount of the nut mixture in the center of half of the rolled-out circles, leaving a border around the edges.

11. Top each filled circle with another plain circle of dough, gently pressing the edges together to seal in the nut filling.

12. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

13. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

14. Once the cookies are completely cooled, dust them with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.