* Exported from MasterCook *
Springerle (Molded Christmas Cookies)
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Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Ethnic
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 Eggs -- large
2 c Sugar
1 t Anise extract
4 1/2 c Cake flour -- sifted
* NOTE:
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~------------- ~--- ~--- Beat eggs until very light
and fluffy. Gradually add sugar; beat for 15 minutes.
DO NOT underbeat. Fold in anise extract and flour.
Roll dough 3/8-inch thick. Thoroughly flour
springerle mold or rolling pin. Press molds firmly to
dough. Cut cookies apart and place on greased and
floured cookie sheet. Let dry overnight at room
temperture, covered with paper towels, or uncovered.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place cookies in oven
and immediately reduce temperature to 300 degrees F.
Bake for 15 minutes. Cookies should not brown. Store
cookies 2 to 3 weeks to mellow flavor. These cookies
are very hard and may be used for dunking in coffee,
tee or cocoa. For Christmas, paint designs with egg
yolk colored with food coloring. Makes 6 dozen.
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