Lebkuchen VI

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup honey
• 1/2 cup butter, unsalted
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/ teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped almonds
• 2 tablespoons orange zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, honey, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, salt, walnuts, almonds, orange zest, and lemon zest.
3. Mix until a dough forms.
4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
5. Cut out Lebkuchen shapes using cookie cutters or a knife.
6. Place the Lebkuchen on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
8. Let cool before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 220kcal
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and spicy
• Aromatic
• Traditional German Christmas treat

User Comments:

• "These Lebkuchen are the perfect holiday treat! They're so flavorful and the aroma is amazing."
• "I love the chewy texture and the crunchy walnuts inside."
• "These Lebkuchen are both festive and delicious, a must-try for any Christmas celebration."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use high-quality honey for the best flavor.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
• Let the Lebkuchen cool completely before storing in an airtight container.