Baking Traditional German Cinnamon Stars This Winter

If you're looking for a holiday treat that actually tastes like Christmas, you really need to bake some german cinnamon stars. Known in Germany as Zimtsterne, these little cookies are basically the royalty of the Christmas market scene. They aren't your typical butter-and-flour cookies that you just toss in the oven and forget about. They're a bit more sophisticated, a little temperamental to make, but honestly, once you bite into that chewy, nutty center, you'll realize they are worth every bit of the effort. ...

May 16, 2026 · 6 min · Debbi Cundy