Lebkuchen I

Lebkuchen is a traditional German holiday cookie. It is high in spicy flavor.

• Calories: 330 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
• ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
• 1 ⅓ cups honey
• 1 cup candied mixed fruit
• 1 tablespoon light sesame oil
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice (Optional)
• ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 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).

Step 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.

Step 3

Sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add to the honey mixture. Stir well.

Step 4

Add and mix in by hand the candied fruit, oil, and spices.

Step 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.

Step 6

Cut into squares. May be frosted with sugar glaze or eaten plain. Best if stored for 2 weeks.