Description
Enjoy the delightful flavor of Lebkuchen, a German spiced cookie made with honey and aromatic spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy treat at home, these easy-to-make cookies offer a chewy texture and a delicious glaze, making them an irresistible option for anyone who loves homemade sweets.
Ingredients
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- 2 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp cloves, ground
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg, ground
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 splash water, enough to thin to your liking
Instructions
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Add egg, lemon juice, and honey to create a sticky dough.
- Wrap the dough in parchment paper, twist the ends, and chill in the fridge for a few hours.
- Slice the chilled dough into equal pieces.
- Line a baking sheet and place the dough slices on it, ensuring space between them.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for about 12 minutes until edges are firm.
- Once baked, cool the cookies on a rack while preparing the glaze.
- Combine sugar, powdered sugar, and water on the stovetop until desired glaze consistency.
- Coat the cookies in the glaze and allow to harden.
Notes
Make sure to chill the dough for the best texture.
Adjust the water in the glaze for thicker or thinner consistency as per your preference.
Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg