Kardamom Plaetzchen (German Christmas Cardamom Cookies) Recipe
Egg-free German Christmas cookies with cardamom and chocolate are prepared by chilling the dough before baking to create a delightful treat.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 390 F.
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Beat butter and sugars, then mix in vanilla and rum.
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Combine flour with cardamom, baking powder, and salt, then mix into the butter mixture to form a stiff dough.
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Shape the dough into 1-inch diameter rolls, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.
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Slice the chilled dough into 1/4-inch thick pieces, place on a cookie sheet, and press a crosshatch pattern with a fork.
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Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until set and lightly browned.
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Cool cookies on a rack.
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Melt chocolate couverture as directed, then dip cooled cookies halfway and let harden on wax paper.