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Traditional Czech Christmas Cookies

Cultural Context

Czech Christmas cookies, known as 'vánoční cukroví', have been a cherished tradition for centuries, symbolizing the festive spirit of the holiday season. Families often gather to bake a variety of these cookies, each with unique shapes and flavors, to share with loved ones and neighbors. Today, these cookies are enjoyed not only in the Czech Republic but also by people around the world, especially during the Christmas season.

CzechCZdessert
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
100 g powdered sugar
280 g gluten-free flour
100 g butter
8 g vanilla sugar
2 eggs
120 g ground walnuts

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

ground nuts

🥗Healthier: ground seeds

💰Cheaper: more flour

Ground seeds can be a nut-free alternative.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed.

chocolate

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dark chocolate has more antioxidants.

1

Combine powdered sugar, gluten-free flour, butter, vanilla sugar, and eggs on a wooden board lined with parchment paper.

2

Knead the mixture by hand until it forms a firm dough.

3

Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

4

Take a piece of dough and roll it between your palms to shape it into a crescent.

5

Place the shaped crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

6

Preheat the oven for about 30 minutes before baking.

7

Bake the crescents until golden, checking frequently to prevent burning.

8

Remove from the oven and quickly toss the hot crescents in a bowl with powdered sugar and vanilla sugar before placing them on a plate.

Cooking Techniques

creamingmixingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

wooden boardbaking sheetparchment papermixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Vánoční cukrovíCzech Christmas Pastries

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