This recipe takes the classic Lebkuchen-VI cookie and adds a modern twist. These cookies are soft, spicy, and perfect for the holidays. The combination of spices and flavors will transport you to a German Christmas market.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup chopped candied orange peel
- 1/2 cup chopped candied lemon peel
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in the honey, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until well blended. Fold in the almonds, candied orange peel, and candied lemon peel.
- Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned.
- While the cookies are baking, mix the confectioners' sugar and water together to make a glaze. Drizzle over the warm cookies before serving.
