German Lebkuchen With German Baking Wafers Oblaten

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
German Lebkuchen with German Baking Wafers Oblaten, a German Christmas Tradition
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Prep

30 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

5 large eggs
1 3/4 cups sugar
2 1/2 cups unblanched almonds , finely ground ( with skins )
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup candied orange peel , finely diced
1/2 cup candied lemon peel , finely diced
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
42 -48 round german baking wafers , 2 3/4 or 3 inches in diameter ( oblaten )
1 cup confectioners ' sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice ( about )
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
halved blanched almond

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
48
Calories
183
Sugar
17g
Fat
10g
German Lebkuchen is usually prepared in the advent season, and it is a popular treat in Germany, especially during Christmas. Its spicy aroma and nutty flavor are unique yet familiar enough to be enjoyed as a part of any holiday dessert spread. Oblaten are thin, round sheets of unleavened dough, and they provide a perfect base for the cookies. Originally from Franconia, the heartland of German Christmas traditions, Lebkuchen is now made widely across Germany and Europe. Despite adopting various new recipes and flavors over the years, the concept of Lebkuchen remains unchanged - A delightful Christmas treat that is meant to be shared with loved ones.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350F and line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Beat the eggs and sugar together until frothy. Then, add in all the spices and continue to beat until the mixture is slightly thickened.
3.Fold in the almond flour, all-purpose flour, candied orange peel, and candied lemon peel until well combined.
4.Using a spoon or cookie scoop, form small balls of dough and place them on each oblate.
5.Bake the cookies for 15 minutes and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
6.Mix the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice together in a small bowl until smooth.
7.Dip each cookie halfway into the icing and place it perfectly to dry.
8.Melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler on low heat.
9.Dip the cookies in the chocolate halfway and decorate the top with halved blanched almonds.
10.Once all the cookies are dipped, allow them to dry for about 2 hours.

PROS

German Lebkuchen are soft, nutty, and have a delightful combination of spices that reminds you of Christmas.
The wafers oblaten serve as a beautiful base that gives the cookies a unique texture that is crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside.
They are a perfect treat to share during the Christmas season and look stunning on a dessert tray.
The dipping in chocolate and garnish of an almond on top add an extra oomph to the treats.

CONS

The cookies are extremely high in sugar, and the chocolate and icing make them even more unhealthy.
The cookies also use nuts, which some people may be allergic to.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are an excellent source of healthy monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
Cardamom contains high amounts of antioxidants which can help reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol levels.
Nutmeg has been found to have antibacterial properties and is a good source of anti-inflammatory compounds.

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