Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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64
servings
0.75 cup

Brown Sugar

packed

0.5 cup

Honey

0.25 cup

Butter

0.25 cup

Dark Molasses

2 tsp

Instant Coffee Granules

1 unit

Egg

0.75 cup

Ground Almonds

finely ground

0.5 cup

Candied Orange Peel

chopped

15.75 ounce

All-Purpose Flour

1 tsp

Ground Cinnamon

0.5 tsp

Baking Soda

0.5 tsp

Ground Cardamom

0.5 tsp

Ground Cloves

0.25 tsp

Ground Ginger

0.13 tsp

Salt

0.75 cup

Powdered Sugar

2 tsp

Lemon Juice

1.5 tsp

Water

Step 1
~24 min

Combine brown sugar, honey, butter, and molasses in a saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2
~24 min

Cook for 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves (do not boil).

Step 3
~24 min

Pour sugar mixture into a large bowl and cool to room temperature.

Step 4
~24 min

Add instant coffee granules and egg to the cooled sugar mixture and whisk to combine.

Step 5
~24 min

Stir in ground almonds and chopped candied orange peel.

Step 6
~24 min

In a separate bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, baking soda, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and salt.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~24 min

Gradually add the flour mixture to the sugar mixture, stirring to form a stiff dough.

Step 8
~24 min

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 1 minute until well combined.

Step 9
~24 min

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.

Step 10
~24 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 11
~24 min

Cover two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~24 min

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions.

Step 13
~24 min

Working with one portion at a time, roll the dough into an 8 x 6-inch rectangle.

Step 14
~24 min

Cut each rectangle into 16 (3 x 1-inch) bars.

Step 15
~24 min

Place the bars 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~24 min

Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 20 minutes or until firm.

Step 17
~24 min

Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.

Step 18
~24 min

To prepare the glaze, combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, and water in a small bowl.

Step 19
~24 min

Stir until smooth.

Step 20
~24 min

Drizzle the glaze over the warm cookies.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a softer cookie, bake for a shorter time.

Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Experiment with different spices to customize the flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made several days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong (Spicy)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.

Enjoy as a holiday treat.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cheese board
Fruit platter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Germany

Cultural Significance

Traditional Christmas cookie

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Advent

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holidays
Winter
Advent

Popularity Score

75/100

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