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Lebkuchen I

SUBMITTED BY: Judy Schindler  PHOTO BY: Elizabeth Irene 

"Lebkuchen is a traditional German holiday cookie. It is high in spicy flavor."
Lebkuchen I Recipe
RECIPE RATING:
This recipe has been rated 10 times with an average star rating of 4.5
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Original recipe yield 2 dozen

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INGREDIENTS (Nutrition)

  • 1 1/3 cups honey
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup candied mixed fruit
  • 1 tablespoon light sesame oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

DIRECTIONS

  1. Spray bottom and sides of a 10 x15 inch glass pan with a non-stick spray. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (170 degrees C).
  2. In a 2 cup glass measuring cup, heat the honey and 1/3 cup sugar in a microwave for 1 minute. Pour this mixture into a medium mixing bowl.
  3. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add to the honey mixture. Stir well.
  4. Add and mix in by hand the candied fruit, oil, and spices.
  5. Add 1 1/2 to 2 cups more flour. Knead dough to mix (dough will be stiff). Spread into pan. Bake for 20 minutes until inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cut into squares. May be frosted with sugar glaze or eaten plain. Best if stored for 2 weeks.
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REVIEWS

The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 7, 2003 by Bree 
I have been a student of German for 10 years now. This is the best recipe I have found for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 20, 2003 by DBROCKMAN 
The recipe did really well until I added the sesame oil...the sesame overwhelmed the entire... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 30, 2006 by the Baron 
Very authentic, and easy to use. I have been looking for a practical Lebkuchen recipe for... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 22, 2007 by GINGERABE 
My boyfriend is from Germany and said this was the best cookie he has had in USA..great ,easy... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on oct. 21, 2006 by Cookingforfun 
These turned out really good but not as good as what my dad made. Being a little homesick... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 4, 2005 by manfred hanke 
An excellent recipe. The dough, however,turned out a bit dry and crumbly(almost like streusel... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on nov. 30, 2004 by FRIENDLYFOOD 
This was a very tasty recipe I may have actually used more spices..... I've never made a... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.5 star rating.
Reviewed on dec. 8, 2008 by jae 
This is very good, I made this Sat. and I didn't have light seseme oil, I used toasted... MORE


 
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Nutritional Information
Lebkuchen I

Servings Per Recipe: 12

Amount Per Serving

Calories: 330

  • Total Fat: 1.6g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 98mg
  • Total Carbs: 77.5g
  •     Dietary Fiber: 1.3g
  • Protein: 4g

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