Lebkuchen (Gingerbread Cookies)

Lebkuchen are warmly spiced German gingerbread cookies, perfect for festive sharing.

Ingredients

• 250g honey

• 100g brown sugar

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1 tsp ground cloves

• 1 tsp ground ginger

• 500g all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 egg

• Chopped nuts, optional

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, heat the honey and brown sugar until melted. Let it cool.

2. In a bowl, combine the spices, flour, and baking powder.

3. Add the cooled honey mixture and egg to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

4. Roll out the dough and cut into desired shapes.

5. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 10–15 minutes.

6. Decorate with icing or chocolate if desired.