Cinnamon stars

Zimtsterne (cinnamon stars) are maybe THE traditional German Christmas cookies. Everyone loves these little treats. But many don't like to make them, because the sticky dough can be a bit tricky while cutting the stars. But if you take the time to make them, it is more than worthwhile all the work. They are heavenly. If you have tasted the first you can't stop eating them. And christmas without Zimtsterne? NEVER! They are a must.

German Cinnamon Star Cookies, also known as Zimtsterne, are delicious and traditional holiday Christmas cookies. Tiny, shaped stars with meringue icing are made with 3 main ingredients: egg whites, cinnamon, and almond flour. This delicious and endearing Christmas tradition are perfect Christmas cookies to make this holiday season!

Gluten-free, almond based cookies flavored with cinnamon and frosted with a sugar glaze. Soft with a nice sugary crunch!

When it comes to traditional German Christmas cookies, it doesn't get much better than Zimtsterne! With their sweet cinnamon flavor and crunchy texture, German cinnamon stars have been a holiday staple in Germany for centuries.

A traditional German Christmas cookie made with ground almond and cinnamon. A delicious treat that is naturally gluten-free

Zimtsterne (Cinnamon Stars) are classic German Christmas cookies made from ground nuts that are chewy with a crispy white glaze!

Soft pull apart cinnamon Christmas star bread with a sweet and sticky brown sugar cinnamon roll centre! An amazing dessert for the holidays!

You want to bake something extra-special for the holidays. A real show-stopper, as delicious as it is gorgeous. One big challenge: these weeks from mid-November through the end of the year are incredibly busy. Who has time to research, decide on, bake, and — fingers crossed — end up with said show-stopper? You do.

Zimtsterne, or German Cinnamon Stars, are a light, gluten free cookie which make fabulous culinary gifts and keep for weeks.

These cookies fill your home with an irresistible aroma as they bake. My grandmother made them every Christmas when I was a child. I have fond memories of helping her in the kitchen. —Jean Jones, Peachtree City, Georgia