German Lebkuchen with German Baking Wafers Oblaten
Transport your taste buds to a festive German Christmas market with these traditional German Lebkuchen made with authentic German baking wafers, or Oblaten. Bursting with the warm, spiced aroma of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, these chewy, nutty cookies feature a delightful blend of finely ground almonds and hazelnuts, complemented by the bright citrus notes of candied orange and lemon peel. The Oblaten wafers provide a delicate base for these holiday treats, while optional decadent chocolate or a classic powdered sugar glaze adds a finishing touch. Perfect for gifting or savoring with a hot mug of mulled wine, these Lebkuchen only get better with time, making them a must-try addition to your holiday baking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams Almonds (finely ground)
- 100 grams Hazelnuts (finely ground)
- 50 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 50 grams Candied orange peel (finely chopped)
- 50 grams Candied lemon peel (finely chopped)
- 3 pieces Eggs (large)
- 150 grams Brown sugar
- 100 grams Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 20 pieces Oblaten (baking wafers, 70mm size)
- 150 grams Dark chocolate (for glazing, optional)
- 100 grams Powdered sugar (for glazing, optional)
- 2 tablespoons Water (for powdered sugar glaze, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground almonds, ground hazelnuts, all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
Add the finely chopped candied orange and lemon peel to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until well combined. The dough will be thick and sticky.
Place one Oblaten wafer on your work surface. Scoop about 1 heaping tablespoon of the dough onto the center of the wafer and spread it evenly, leaving a slight border around the edge. Repeat with the remaining wafers.
Place the prepared wafers on the lined baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cookies are firm to the touch and slightly golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on a wire rack.
If desired, prepare the chocolate glaze by melting the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water. Dip the tops of the Lebkuchen in the melted chocolate and let them set on a parchment-lined tray.
Alternatively, make a powdered sugar glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and water until smooth. Brush the glaze over the tops of the cooled cookies and allow them to set.
Once the glaze has hardened, store the Lebkuchen in an airtight container. They taste even better after a few days as the flavors meld together!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5006 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.3 g | 286% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 555 mg | 185% | |
| Sodium | 1342 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 702.9 g | 256% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.7 g | 178% | |
| Total Sugars | 487.9 g | ||
| Protein | 99.4 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1036 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 31.2 mg | 173% | |
| Potassium | 3558 mg | 76% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
