| CATEGORY | CUISINE | TAG | YIELD | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruits, Grains | German | 1 | Servings | |
INGREDIENTS
| 1 1/3 | c | Honey; (at least 1 year old is best – can use part molasses) |
| 1/3 | c | Sugar; (can be white, brown, or date) |
| 2 | c | All-purpose flour |
| 1 | ts | Double-acting baking powder |
| 1/2 | ts | Baking soda |
| 1 | c | Mixed candied fruit |
| 1 | tb | Either sesame or peanut oil |
| 1/4 | ts | Ground ginger |
| 1/2 | ts | Ground cardamon |
| 2 | ts | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/4 | ts | Ground cloves |
| 1/4 | ts | Allspice; (optional) |
| 1/4 | ts | Fresh nutmeg; (optional) |
| 1 1/2 | c | All-purpose flour |
INSTRUCTIONS
Lebkuchen is a traditional German holiday cookie. It is high in spicy flavor. 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). =A02 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. =A03 Sift together the flour, baking powder, and baking soda. Add to the honey mixture. Stir well. =A04 Add and mix in by hand the candied fruit, oil, and spices. =A05 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. =A06 Cut into squares. May be frosted with sugar glaze or eaten plain. Best if stored for 2 weeks. Makes 2 dozen Posted to Bakery-Shoppe Digest V1 #449 by Shelley Sparks <ssparks@mailbox.arn.net> on Dec 11, 1997
A Message from our Provider:
“Jesus: there is no substitute”