Ingredients :

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* 3 fresh white of egg (about 100 g (3.5 ounces))
* 1 pinch of salt
* 250 g (9 ounces) confectioner's sugar
* 1½ tablespoons of cinnamon
* ½ tablespoon of kirsch or lemon juice
* 350 g (12 ounces) grind almonds

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Method :

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1. Stir white of egg and salt in a bowl until it is real stiff.
2. Add confectioner's sugar, stir until ingredients are evenly distributed. Put 1 dl (0.4 cups) aside for the frosting.
3. Add cinnamon, kirsch (or lemon juice) and almonds, knead to a soft dough.
4. Roll out dough on a flat surface (it may be slightly covered with sugar), approximately 7 mm (0.3 inches) thick. Put out stars or other shapes and put them on a baking sheet covered with baking paper.
5. Let them rest for about 5 to 6 hours or over night in a dry place.
6. Carefully sweep the cookies with the frosting set aside in step 2.
7. Bake for about 3 to 5 minutes in the center of the pre-heated oven at 250 °C (480 °F).
8. Let cool completely before serving.