Orangen Glasierte Lebkuchen Orange Glazed Gingerbread
When the festive season rolls around, it’s time to indulge in the delightful flavors of Christmas baking. Today, we bring you a tantalizing treat straight from German tradition - Orangen Glasierte Lebkuchen, also known as Orange Glazed Gingerbread. These soft and spiced gingerbread cookies are drenched in a glossy orange glaze, making them the perfect addition to your holiday spread. Let’s create some festive magic in your kitchen with this merry recipe!
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the molasses, egg, and orange zest to the butter mixture, and mix well. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until set and slightly firm to the touch. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice until smooth. Add more juice if needed to achieve a pourable consistency.
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Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the orange glaze over the top of each cookie. Allow the glaze to set before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 1 cookie- Calories
- 120 kcal per cookie
- Total Fat
- 4.5 g per cookie
- Saturated Fat
- 2.5 g per cookie
- Cholesterol
- 20 mg per cookie
- Sodium
- 90 mg per cookie
- Total Carbohydrate
- 19 g per cookie
- Dietary Fiber
- 0.5 g per cookie
- Sugars
- 11 g per cookie
- Protein
- 1 g per cookie
These Orangen Glasierte Lebkuchen are not only delicious but also a joy to make, filling your home with the sweet aromas of the holiday season. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa or wrap them up as charming edible gifts, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering. Embrace the spirit of the season and create treasured memories with every bite of these delightful treats. Happy baking and happy holidays!