Moist and Chewy Lebkuchen (German Spiced Christmas Cookies) Recipe

Name: Moist and Chewy Lebkuchen (German Spiced Christmas Cookies) Recipe
Yield: 48
Ingredients: For the Dough:; 1/2 cup hazelnuts (2 ounces; 57g); 1/2 cup almond meal (2 ounces; 57g); 2 3/4 cups sifted all-purpose flour (12 ounces; 320g); 2 tablespoons (14.8g) unsweetened cocoa (preferably dark); 1 1/2 teaspoons (7.5g) baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon (2.5g) baking soda; 2 teaspoons (4.2g) ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon (2.1g) ground powdered ginger; 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon (1g) ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon (1/2g) ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon (2.8g) kosher salt; 1/2 cup tightly packed chopped candied orange rind (4 ounces; 113g); 1/4 cup tightly packed chopped crystallized ginger (2 ounces; 57g); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick; 57g); 3/4 cup dark brown sugar (5.3 ounces; 150g); 1 cup honey (12 ounces; 340g); 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon (15mL) pure vanilla extract; Nonstick spray, for greasing; For the Glaze:; 3 cups confectioners' sugar (13 ounces; 375g); 1 tablespoon (15mL) kirsch, Grand Marnier, or rum (or pure vanilla extract); 3 to 4 tablespoons warm water (1.5 to 2 ounces; 45 to 60mL)

This moist and chewy Lebkuchen recipe is a delicious German spiced Christmas cookie that is sure to be a hit at your holiday gathering. Packed with warm spices, nuts, and candied fruit, these cookies are perfect for the festive season. Top them off with a sweet glaze for the perfect finish.

Baking

Christmas

German