Baseler Leckerli (Swiss Spice Cookies)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2
Delightful Baseler Leckerli (Swiss spice cookies) for tea time treat
in Cookies

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup honey
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons water
1/2 cup unblanched slivered almonds
1/2 cup candied orange peel , chopped
1/2 lemon , zest of , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
207
Sugar
22g
Fat
4g
Baseler Leckerli is a traditional Swiss seasonal cookie that is famous throughout Switzerland around the Christmas season. These unique rectangular-shaped cookies consist of a mixture of honey, flour, sugar, spices, candied orange peel, and almonds that are baked then aged for weeks to develop a firm texture. The legendary spices used in the recipe make these spiced Swiss cookies one-of-a-kind. They have a unique flavor profile that's loaded with honey, loads of spices with a combination of a nutty taste from almonds and a fruity touch from candied orange peel. Baseler Leckerli relies on basics like flour, sugar, and spices and uses no butter or fat in this recipe. They are best enjoyed when aged for at least 2 to 3 days in an airtight container where the honey and spices can meld together.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a jelly roll pan.
2.Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, and baking soda into a mixing bowl. Add a small amount of water and mix into a thick dough.
3.In another saucepan, melt together the honey and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 2 minutes.
4.Add the honey-sugar mixture to the flour mixture and mix well.
5.Fold in the almonds, candied orange peel, and lemon zest.
6.Pour the mixture onto the greased jelly roll pan and spread it to fill all corners.
7.Bake at 375°F for 18-20 minutes or until the cookie dough is set, however do not overbake.
8.Remove from oven and let them cool before cutting into squares.

PROS

Baseler Leckerli cookies are a great treat for any taste buds.
They are sweet, crunchy, and mildly spiced.
Perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar.
Hence, moderation is key when consuming this teatime treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The spices used in Baseler Leckerli cookies like cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom aid in digestive health and help to reduce inflammation. Nuts like almonds provide protein, healthy fats, fiber, and micronutrients like vitamin E that benefit the heart health of a person. Honey has antimicrobial properties and is an excellent substitute for sugar in cooking and baking.

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