For the ginger cookies, knead all ingredients, wrap in plastic wrap and let rest in a cool place for approx. 2 hours.
On a floured work surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about ½ cm and cut out round cookies (4 cm Ø).
Brush with egg and sprinkle with flaked almonds. Place the cookies on a greased and floured baking tray and bake in a preheated oven at 160 degrees for about 30 minutes.
Remove from the tray while still warm, allow to cool and store the ginger cookies in a sealable tin.