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Zimtsterne Vegan (Soft & Chewy) Cinnamon Star Cookies
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Zimtsterne Vegan (Soft & Chewy) Cinnamon Star Cookies

Soft, chewy Zimtsterne vegan cookies with warm cinnamon spice and nutty almond flavor. This plant-based twist on traditional German Christmas cookies uses aquafaba for an authentic texture and glossy finish. Naturally gluten-free and perfect for the holiday season.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 126 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoon aquafaba liquid from a can of chickpeas, at room temperature
  • 1 ⅔ cups powdered sugar
  • 3 ½ cups almond meal non-blanched
  • 2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whip the Aquafaba: In a stand mixer or with a handheld beater, whip the aquafaba until stiff peaks form (about 5 minutes).
  3. Add Powdered Sugar: Sift the powdered sugar into the whipped aquafaba and gently fold until combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this mixture in a small bowl for frosting.
  4. Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine almond meal, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually fold in the aquafaba mixture until a wet but pliable dough forms. If sticky, add a little more almond meal.
  5. Roll and Cut: Roll out the dough to ¼ inch thick on a surface dusted with powdered sugar. Use a star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out stars. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Frost the Cookies: Brush a thin layer of the reserved aquafaba mixture onto each cookie for a glossy finish.
  7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes. Check at 10 minutes to ensure they don’t overbake. Cookies should be lightly golden but soft.
  8. Cool: Let cookies cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to an airtight container for storage.
  9. Bake: Bake for 10-15 minutes at 300°F. Adjust the time based on cookie thickness.

Notes

  • Storage Tip: Store cookies in a sealed cookie tin at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Main Tip: Whipping the aquafaba to stiff peaks is essential for the signature chewy texture and glossy finish.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cookie Calories 126kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.002g (0%) Sodium 97mg (4%) Potassium 3mg (0%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 2IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.03mg (0%) Calcium 41mg (4%) Iron 1mg (6%) Zinc 0.01mg

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 cookies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 126

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cookie
Calories 126kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.002g 0%
Sodium 97mg 4%
Potassium 3mg 0%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 2IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.03mg 0%
Calcium 41mg 4%
Iron 1mg 6%
Zinc 0.01mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.