German Lebkuchen Bars Recipe

Name: German Lebkuchen Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened; 1/3 cup honey; 1 Land O Lakes Egg; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/3 cup finely chopped blanched almonds; 1/3 cup chopped golden raisins; 3/4 cup powdered sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon honey; Candied cherries, if desired; Whole almonds, if desired

Servings: persons

3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened
1/3 cup honey
1 Land O Lakes Egg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/3 cup finely chopped blanched almonds
1/3 cup chopped golden raisins
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey
Candied cherries, if desired
Whole almonds, if desired

1
Heat oven to 350F.
2
Spray 13x9-inch baking pan with no-stick cooking spray.
3
Set aside.
4
Combine brown sugar, butter, 1/3 cup honey, egg, 1 tablespoon lemon juice and lemon zest in bowl.
5
Beat at medium speed, scraping bowl often, until creamy.
6
Add flour, cinnamon, baking soda, allspice, cloves and nutmeg; beat at low speed until well mixed.
7
Stir in 1/3 cup blanched almonds and raisins.
8
Spread batter into prepared pan.
9
Bake 18-20 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
10
Cool completely.
11
Stir together all glaze ingredients in bowl until smooth.
12
Drizzle over bars.
13
Garnish with candied cherries and almonds, if desired.

903

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup Land O Lakes Butter, softened, 1/3 cup honey, 1 Land O Lakes Egg, and more.

Yes, German Lebkuchen Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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German Lebkuchen Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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