Frankfurter Kranz cookies are a delicious mini version of the classic German cake, made with tender shortbread, creamy white chocolate ganache, fruity red currant jam, and crunchy hazelnuts. Perfect for Christmas baking and festive cookie platters!

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy recipe for Frankfurter Kranz cookies? Then you've come to the right place! With just a few ingredients like flour, butter, and chocolate coating, you can bake these sweet masterpieces in no time. After the Danube wave cookies and the Black Forest Cherry Cookies I absolutely had to try the Frankfurter Kranz cookies. You can prepare the dough and bake the cookies in just a few minutes. Try my recipe and impress your friends and family with these delicious cookies!

Zutaten für die Frankfurter-Kranz-Plätzchen

Now it's time to turn our attention to the ingredients for these sweet masterpieces – the Frankfurter Kranz cookies. Of course, there are no big surprises here, as, like most cookies and cakes, you need butter, flour, and sugar. But what makes this recipe special is the flavor of chopped and roasted hazelnuts and the use of redcurrant jam as a filling.

Those who enjoy experimenting in the kitchen can try other types of jam or enhance the dough with vanilla. The recipe is relatively simple and can be prepared in just a few minutes. While the dough is baking in the oven, you can heat the currant jam and later spread it on the finished wreath-shaped cookies.

Incidentally, there is on the Blog „Castlemaker“ by Anja There's also a variation of the recipe for Frankfurter Kranz cookies. You might find additional tips and interesting modifications there to customize this delicious treat to your own taste. Why not stop by and discover more culinary inspiration from Anja!

Schritt-für-Schritt Anleitung für die Frankfurter-Kranz-Plätzchen

Now we finally get down to business: making the Frankfurter Kranz cookies! Before you begin, make sure all the ingredients are ready and the oven is preheated to 180°C (350°F). First, take the dough out of the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes. Then, roll out the dough on a floured work surface and cut out circles using a round cookie cutter.

Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for about 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile, you can prepare the ganache: finely chop the white chocolate, bring the cream to a boil, and stir in the chocolate until it is completely melted.

Now it's time to assemble the wreath: Take two cookies and generously spread the one without a hole with ganache, then add a dollop of redcurrant jam. Place the second cookie on top and repeat this process until all the cookies are used up. Your homemade Frankfurter Kranz cookies are finished!

Tips and tricks for the perfect result

To achieve the perfect result with your Frankfurter Kranz cookies, there are a few tips and tricks to keep in mind. First of all, it's important to weigh all the ingredients in the correct amounts and bring them to room temperature, especially the butter. If it's too cold, the dough can become crumbly, and if it's too warm, it will be sticky. Another important tip is to knead the dough long enough so that it becomes nice and smooth.

When cutting out the cookies, make sure they are all the same size to ensure even baking. After baking, allow the cookies to cool completely before filling them. These simple tips will guarantee your Frankfurter Kranz cookies turn out perfectly and will delight everyone!

Frankfurt wreath cookie recipe

Frankfurter Kranz cookies are a delicious mini version of the classic German cake, made with tender shortbread, creamy white chocolate ganache, fruity red currant jam, and crunchy hazelnuts. Perfect for Christmas baking and festive cookie platters!

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Portions: 25 large

Baking utensils:

• 1 round cookie cutter1.6 inches
• 1 piping nozzle attachment2 inches

Ingredients for the dough:

• 200 g cold butter
• 1 parcel vanilla sugar o or 2 teaspoons of vanilla paste
• 100 g powdered sugar
• 1 egg Size M
• 350 g wheat flour

Decoration:

• 1 large eeg white
• 40 g chopped & roasted hazelnuts

For the filling:

• 150 g white chocolate coating
• 30 ml cream
• 100 g blackcurrant jam

Metric – US Customary

Preparation:

• Carefully knead all the ingredients for the dough and then wrap it in cling film and let it rest in the refrigerator for 60 minutes.
• In the meantime, prepare the ganache.
• Finely chop the white chocolate. Bring the heavy cream to a boil, then add the chocolate and stir until completely melted. Beat the mixture well with an electric hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
• Let the ganache cool at room temperature while you cut out and bake the cookies
• Remove the dough from the refrigerator, roll it out on a lightly floured surface, and cut out the cookies using cookie cutters.
• Cut a small hole in the center of half of the cookies.
• Brush the cookies with holes with egg white, then sprinkle the chopped hazelnuts evenly over the top.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C, conventional oven) for about 10–12 minutes.
• Once the cookies have cooled completely, pipe the ganache around the edges of each cookie.
• Place the cookies with holes on top of the ganache-covered cookies and gently press them together.
• Briefly bring the red currant jam to a boil in a small saucepan. Carefully spoon the hot jam into the center of each cookie, then let it cool and set completely.
• If desired, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar.
• These cookies don't need to be refrigerated and will stay fresh for about a week when stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Enjoy your delicious homemade Frankfurter Kranz cookies!

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Calories: 89 kcal

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Variationen des Rezeptes

Once you've mastered the basic recipe for Frankfurter Kranz cookies, you can experiment with wonderful variations. Creativity knows no bounds, and there are countless ways to refine and personalize the cookies. For example, you can add different spices to the dough or decorate it with colorful sprinkles.

Chocolate coating is also excellent as a topping for Frankfurter Kranz cookies. If you enjoy baking with children, you can try out new features for the cookies together and be surprised by the results. You can also find many great recipes and ideas for your Frankfurter Kranz cookies on YouTube. Whether you add a new ingredient to your dough or vary the shape of the cookies – let your creativity run wild and create your own sweet masterpieces!

Backen mit Kinder: Eine großartige Aktivität für die ganze Familie

Baking with children is a wonderful way to spend time together and create something delicious. So why not try this Frankfurter Kranz cookie recipe? The ingredients are easy to find and the dough is quick to prepare. Children can help with making the cake by, for example, cutting the butter into small pieces or kneading the dough.

Even decorating the cookies with chocolate or other embellishments can be done by the little ones. Baking with children not only fosters creativity but also develops fine motor skills and patience. Plus, it's fun to stand in the kitchen together as a family and make a delicious treat like Frankfurter Kranz cookies. So let's get started – just try the recipe and enjoy it together!

Geschenkidee aus der Küche: Mit den Frankfurter-Kranz-Plätzchen

If you're still looking for a special homemade gift idea, we have just the thing for you: Frankfurter Kranz cookies! These little creations are not only delicious, but also a real eye-catcher on any plate. With the recipe from our blog post, you can bake a large batch of cookies in no time and then package them up beautifully to give as gifts.

It looks especially lovely if you coat the cookies with chocolate or decorate them in a box with colorful paper and ribbons. Your loved ones will surely be delighted and enjoy the taste of Frankfurt Crown Cake in cookie form. So grab your ingredients and let's get baking!

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Sweet masterpieces to fall in love with

Now that you have the ultimate Frankfurter Kranz cookie recipe If you're familiar with this, you can look forward to preparing these sweet masterpieces! With just a few ingredients and steps, you'll be able to bake delicious cookies that your family and friends will love. Don't forget to knead and roll out the dough well before cutting it out with a ring cutter. Bake the cookies for about 10 minutes and then let them cool.

Once they've cooled, you can brush them with melted butter and decorate them with chocolate. There are so many ways to vary this recipe – from different types of flour to different features like nuts or fruit. Be creative! And why not involve your little helpers? Baking Frankfurter Kranz cookies is a great activity for the whole family. I hope you enjoy my recipe and look forward to hearing your success stories!

Yours, Tina-Maria