Vanillekipferl—a Christmas Cookie in Austria 2025-2026
A sweet taste of Christmas in Austria
Best time: December–January
Crescent shaped vanilla cookies, called Vanillekipferl, have become a real symbol of Christmas in Austria. These biscuits are usually made with ground hazelnuts or almonds. It is one of the must-try delicacies during the winter holidays in the Alps. It is often presented as a gift when visiting someone during Christmas.
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Authors: Eleonora Provozin