Vanilla Crescent Cookies - A Classic Christmas Treat

Vanilla Crescent Cookies are a traditional European Christmas treat, especially popular in Germany and Austria. These delicate, crescent-shaped cookies are made with ground nuts — usually almonds or hazelnuts and flavored with real vanilla. After baking, they are rolled in powdered sugar while still warm, giving them their signature snowy appearance and melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Their buttery flavor, gentle sweetness, and soft crumb make them a beloved favorite during the holiday season. They’re often enjoyed with a cup of coffee, hot chocolate, or mulled wine, and their heavenly vanilla aroma fills the whole house with Christmas spirit.