Nuremberg Christmas Gingerbread (Elisenlebkuchen)
Baking and Desserts • German
Description
Nuremberg Christmas Gingerbread (Elisenlebkuchen)
Ingredients
- Chicken Egg 2 pieces
- Sugar 5 oz
- Almond 10 oz
- Candied fruits 5 oz
- Ground clove ½ spoons
- Ground Cinnamon ½ spoons
- Nutmeg a pinch
- Powdered Sugar 5 oz
Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1
Grind half of the almonds into flour and chop the other half with a knife.
Step 2
Whisk the eggs well with the sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 3
Mix all the almonds, candied fruits, and spices together, then add to the egg mixture. If the batter is too runny, you can add a little flour.
Step 4
Preheat the oven to 355°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Drop the dough onto the tray using a spoon. Bake for 15–20 minutes.
Step 5
To prepare the glaze, mix powdered sugar with 2–3 tablespoons of water. Coat the warm gingerbread with the glaze and decorate.
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