Nut-Free Lebkuchen

Delight in the warm, spiced flavors of traditional German Christmas cookies with this Nut-Free Lebkuchen recipe, perfect for those seeking a festive treat without the worry of nuts. This nut-free twist on the classic features a fragrant blend of cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg, balanced with the natural sweetness of honey and zesty hints of lemon and orange. Soft and chewy with a luscious lemon glaze, these aromatic cookies come together in just 30 minutes of prep time and are perfect for holiday gatherings or gift-giving. Whether you're accommodating allergies or simply want a nut-free option, these Lebkuchen cookies guarantee all the seasonal charm without compromise.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 200 grams Honey
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 1 Egg, large
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 100 grams Confectioners' sugar
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the honey and butter together until fully combined. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 4

Add the melted honey mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well.

Step 5

Beat the egg lightly and add it to the mixture along with the lemon zest, orange zest, and milk. Stir until you achieve a smooth dough.

Step 6

Using your hands, shape the dough into small balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the baking sheets. Lightly flatten each ball.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are firm to the touch but still soft inside. Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Step 8

To make the glaze, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 9

Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle the glaze over each one and allow it to set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	910.3 grams (910.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3149

Total Fat 52.20g	67%
Saturated Fat 27.40g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 298mg	99%
Sodium 1632mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 661.00g	240%
Dietary Fiber 13.60g	49%
Total Sugars 415.80g
Protein 39.50g	79%

Vitamin D 47IU	233%
Calcium 291mg	22%
Iron 17mg	97%
Potassium 827mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.4%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 80.8%