Lebkuchen Cookies: The Best Soft Gingerbread Treat for Everyone
Lebkuchen are deliciously soft gingerbread cookies that are perfect for everyone. This recipe captures the traditional flavors and textures, making them a favorite during the holidays.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the honey and egg to the butter mixture and combine.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cookies are lightly golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the dough.
- These cookies improve in flavor if allowed to sit for a day.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Lebkuchen, Soft Gingerbread, Cookies, Holiday Treats