Lebkuchen
Experience the warm, spiced flavors of traditional German Lebkuchen with this delectable recipe! These soft and aromatic cookies are a holiday classic, infused with an irresistible blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and more. Made even more special with the addition of honey, citrus zest, and ground almonds, Lebkuchen delivers a festive flavor that’s both nostalgic and unique. Each cookie is finished with a luxurious dark chocolate coating, adding a touch of decadence to every bite. Perfectly suited for your Christmas cookie platter or as a thoughtful edible gift, these spiced delights taste even better after a few days as their flavors deepen. Easy to make ahead and store, this Lebkuchen recipe is your ticket to timeless holiday cheer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Ground almonds
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 250 grams Honey
- 100 grams Brown sugar
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 150 grams Dark chocolate
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, ground almonds, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
In a saucepan, combine the honey, brown sugar, and unsalted butter. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the butter has melted. Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Stir in the egg, followed by the lemon zest and orange zest to the honey mixture.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a sticky dough forms. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight so the flavors can meld.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes until the edges are lightly browned.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on a baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Meanwhile, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water, stirring occasionally until smooth.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, dip them into the melted chocolate or use a spoon to drizzle chocolate over the top of the cookies. Allow the chocolate to set.
Store the lebkuchen in an airtight container for several weeks. They taste best after aging for a few days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4132 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.4 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.8 g | 289% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 341 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1233 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 655.8 g | 238% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.9 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 381.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.5 g | 143% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 607 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 38.7 mg | 215% | |
| Potassium | 2501 mg | 53% | |
*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.
