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  • Mailänderli – Swiss Butter Cookies

    Mailänderli – Swiss Butter Cookies

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Mailänderli are traditional Swiss cookies made with butter, sugar, lemon zest, and gluten-free flour. The dough is mixed, chilled, rolled out, and cut into various shapes. The cookies are brushed with egg yolk before baking and have a light, buttery texture.

  • Marzipan Squares

    Marzipan Squares

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Delicious, aromatic, gluten-free marzipan squares for a particularly aromatic treat during the Christmas season. They can be varied easily and are a simple alternative to dominoes.

  • Coconut Domes

    Coconut Domes

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Coconut domes (Kokoskuppeln) are an Austrian specialty consisting of coconut macaroons, chocolate cream, waffle base, and a chocolate coating. The macaroons are made by roasting coconut flakes, mixing with egg whites and sugar, and then baking. The chocolate cream is made by melting dark chocolate, cream, and butter, while the coating is prepared using dark…

  • Pepper Nuts ‘Modern’

    Pepper Nuts ‘Modern’

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    “Modern” Pfeffernüsse (peppernuts) are a twist on the classic German holiday treat. The dough is made from honey gingerbread dough, egg, brown sugar, and candied fruits, with a blend of gingerbread spices and baking powder. The dough is rolled out, cut into small circles, and baked until golden. After cooling, they are coated with either…

  • Punch balls

    Punch balls

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Gluten-free punch balls (Punschkugeln) are delicious, melt-in-your-mouth treats that can be enjoyed as pralines or baked goods. These sweet bites are made from gluten-free ladyfingers, coconut fat, dark couverture chocolate, sugar, jam, and rum (or apple juice for kids). They are coated in coconut flakes and chilled to perfection, offering a delightful festive treat. These…

  • Nut Macaroons

    Nut Macaroons

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Gluten-free nut macaroons (Nussmakronen) are a delicious, moist treat, perfect for the Christmas season. Made with ground and chopped hazelnuts, egg whites, sugar, and a hint of cinnamon, these macaroons are easy to make and have a wonderful nutty flavor. After roasting the hazelnuts, the dough is mixed and baked to a light golden brown.…

  • Walnut rings

    Walnut rings

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    A delicious, tender and very aromatic Christmas biscuit that is a treat at any time. The nut meringue is airy and melts gently and is rounded off by the crispy shortcrust pastry.

  • Almond Stollen

    Almond Stollen

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Rich, dense bread-like cake traditionally enjoyed during the holiday season. The distinguishing feature of Mandelstollen is its emphasis on almonds (Mandel in German), which are often used in various forms, including ground almonds, chopped almonds,

  • Honey Gingerbread

    Honey Gingerbread

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Honey Gingerbread is a deliciously aromatic and slightly spiced cookie that combines the rich sweetness of honey with the warm, comforting flavors of ginger and other spices. The dough typically includes a mix of molasses or dark brown sugar, along with a generous amount of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a deep, complex flavor.…

  • Heidesand

    Heidesand

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    Hussein Tarawneh

    Heidesand cookies are a traditional German treat, made with a buttery, sweet dough. The dough is mixed with cold butter, sugar, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, then combined with gluten-free flour (Mix C). After chilling, the dough is shaped into logs, rolled in sugar, and sliced into rounds before being baked. A fun variation…