Vanillekipferl Vanillekipferl are crescent-shaped cookies baked traditionally at Christmas time. They are shaped by hand. Once baked and still warm, they are coated in powdered sugar and/or vanilla sugar.         Photo: © Sönke Burkert      Region Throughout Germany  Main Ingredients Flour, butter, egg yolk, sugar, and the insides of a vanilla bean. Some regions add ground almonds, walnuts, or hazelnuts. They are topped with powdered sugar and/or vanilla sugar. Characteristics Crispy, buttery, light vanilla flavor Recipes Vanillekipferl  Vanillekipferl (with real vanilla)