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Lebkuchen Plätzchen

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Lebkuchen Plätzchen are traditional German spiced cookies, perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds or walnuts)
  • 1/2 cup candied orange peel

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and spices.
  2. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light.
  3. Add honey and egg to the butter mixture, blending well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the nuts and candied orange peel.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Roll the dough out and cut into shapes.
  9. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  10. Let cool and decorate as desired.

Notes

  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for several weeks.
  • Decorate with icing and nuts for added flavor.

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Find it online: https://kochideenwelt.de/lebkuchen-platzchen/