Schneeflöckchen

Also known as German Cookies in another part of the world, this cookie originates from North Friesland and is normally baked during Advent.  It has a buttery melt-in-the-mouth texture, just like snowflakes!  Simple to prepare and tastes good!

Ingredients (yields 70 pieces):
250 g cold butter, to be cut into cubes
250 g cornflour
120 g plain flour
100 g sugar powder
15 g vanilla sugar

1 cup of fine sugar for garnishing

Method:
In a mixing bowl, add all ingredients and by using the kneading hook, knead into a pliable dough. Wrap dough in cling film and store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

By using a teaspoon, scoop portions and form into small balls (the size of a cherry). By using a fork, press lightly on the balls to create an indent.  Then, arrange on a baking tray which is lined with baking paper.

Bake in a preheated fan oven at a temperature of 160° C for about 12 minutes.  The cookies should have a white surface.  Do not overbake!  Once done, remove from oven.  Roll carefully in fine sugar while they are still warm.  Store between pergament paper in an airtight container.

Happy Baking!