Add pulp and the vanilla bean pieces to the sugar. Close the jar and shake well. Let the vanilla sugar rest for a few days, shake occasionally. Almond crescents belong to the quick and easy Christmas cookie recipes. I am sure, you and your family and friends will love the result!
Vanilla crescent cookies are called "Vanillekipferl". How to pronounce "Vanillekipferl"? Listen to this audio file to learn how to say "Vanillekipferl" in German. Cut the butter into small cubes. In a large bowl combine flour, powdered sugar, vanilla sugar, salt, and walnuts. Add the butter cubes and knead briefly to a soft dough.
Preheat the oven to 350° Fahrenheit. Cover a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat. Grind almonds in a small food processor. Beat butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add in ground almonds and flour. Continue to beat until the dough is becomes crumbly.
Vanillekipferl also known as Almond Crescent Cookies are traditional German-Austrian cookies that have a wonderful vanilla-almond flavor. These sweet and buttery crescent-shaped cookies will simply melt in your mouth.