Monika'S Oma'S Lebkuchen Men Recipe

Name: Monika'S Oma'S Lebkuchen Men
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups ground almonds; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting; 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 teaspoons cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 6 1/2 tablespoons butter; 1/4 cup honey; 1 egg; Icing:; 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons boiling water, or as needed

Servings: persons

2 cups ground almonds
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 cup white sugar
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 1/2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup honey
1 egg
Icing:
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons boiling water, or as needed

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two baking sheets.
2
Mix ground almonds, flour, white sugar, 2 teaspoons cocoa powder, cinnamon, cloves, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Use your fingers or a pastry blender to rub in the butter until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Add honey and egg; mix together to form a dough.
3
Dust work surface with flour. Roll out dough into a circle about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into gingerbread men shapes with a floured cookie cutter. Place 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool in the pan 1 to 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, about 20 minutes.
5
Combine confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons cocoa powder in a bowl. Mix in enough boiling water to make a smooth and spreadable icing. Spread icing on cooled cookies using a table knife. Set aside until icing hardens, about 2 hours.

1305

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups ground almonds, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting, 1/2 cup white sugar, 2 teaspoons cocoa powder, and more.

Yes, Monika'S Oma'S Lebkuchen Men 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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