During our travels throughout Germany, we have seen many Lebkuchen (especially at Oktoberfest).
Lebkuchen is a large heart shaped gingerbread cookie that includes sweet sayings or humorous messages on it.
Originally, these cookies were created by 13th century by monks in Franconia, Germany and grew to be a tradition throughout Germany.
On the official Oktoberfest website, I found a recipe in case anyone wants to make their own German Lebkuchen at home:
- 200g butter
- 550g honey
- 250g sugar
- 1 pinch of gingerbread spice
- 30g cocoa powder
- 1,200g flour
- 1 pinch baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 pinch salt
Combine the ingredients and leave to stand at room temperature for an entire day. Roll out into a heart and bake a 392 °F) in a preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes. Then decorate with icing.
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