Ingredient for Recipe: Ilse’s Bakery Recipe: Lebkuchen
Order #
12.00
Ingredient
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
Recipe
<p>Lebkuchen, often referred to as German gingerbread, has a long and storied history that dates back to the Middle Ages. Originating in Franconia, Germany, in the city of Nuremberg around the late 13th or early 14th century, Lebkuchen is one of the oldest forms of German baking tradition.</p><p>The city of Nuremberg, a major trading hub located on the spice routes, played a significant role in the development of Lebkuchen. The availability of spices such as ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon, which were crucial ingredients in Lebkuchen, contributed to Nuremberg becoming the most famous producer of this delicacy by the 14th century.</p><p>The tradition of baking Lebkuchen continues to this day, especially during the Christmas season. Nuremberg still holds the title for being famous for its Lebkuchen, and the cookies are exported all over the world.</p>