Mandelhornchen Recipe
Make Mandelhornchen Recipe in just 2h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough and Filling
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, warm the milk (not boiling) and dissolve the yeast in it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 3
Make the Filling
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling by combining the almond paste with some powdered sugar until it’s smooth and easy to spread.
- 4
Shape the Mandelhornchen
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle. Spread the almond filling evenly over the surface. Cut the dough into triangles and roll each triangle from the wide end to the point to form crescent shapes.
- 5
Final Rise
Place the rolled crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- 6
Bake
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the Mandelhornchen for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with sliced almonds before serving.
