Lebkuchen Austrian Gingerbread
Nothing says Christmas quite like the warm aroma of freshly baked Lebkuchen, the traditional Austrian gingerbread cookies that are a true delight during the festive season. These spiced cookies are tender, flavorful, and filled with all the cozy warmth of the holidays. Perfect for sharing with loved ones or adding a touch of Austrian tradition to your Christmas table, this Lebkuchen recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves baking during the holidays.
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice. Set the dry ingredients aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the honey, egg, and vanilla extract, beating until well combined.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms. Fold in the chopped candied citron, candied orange peel, and sliced almonds until evenly distributed.
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Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow it to firm up.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes or simply form dough balls and flatten them slightly to make round cookies.
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Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
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Bake the Lebkuchen cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
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Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make a smooth glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 150 kcal per cookie
- Total Fat
- 6 g per cookie
- Saturated Fat
- 3 g per cookie
- Cholesterol
- 20 mg per cookie
- Sodium
- 100 mg per cookie
- Total Carbohydrate
- 22 g per cookie
- Dietary Fiber
- 1 g per cookie
- Sugars
- 12 g per cookie
- Protein
- 2 g per cookie
Enjoy these aromatic Lebkuchen Austrian Gingerbread cookies with a cup of tea or share them with family and friends as a delightful holiday treat. Embrace the festive spirit and savor the flavors of Christmas with each delicious bite of these traditional cookies.