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Magenbrot, German special occasion Cookies

Magenbrot, German Christmas Cookies
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Indulge in the festive spirit with Magenbrot, a delightful German special occasion  cookie that perfectly captures the essence of holiday baking. These soft and chewy spice cookies, infused with rich flavors of cocoa and mixed candied citrus peel, are incredibly easy to make and require no intricate shaping. Whether you’re hosting a winter gathering or preparing thoughtful gifts for loved ones, Magenbrot will surely become a treasured addition to your holiday traditions. Enjoy them fresh from the oven or store them for later; these cookies maintain their deliciousness over time, ensuring you can savor the warmth of the season long after baking.

Ingredients

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  • ¼ cup water
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • ½ cup honey
  • ⅔ cup mixed candied citrus peel
  • 1 cup toasted, ground hazelnuts
  • 3¼ cups flour
  • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Zest of one lemon
  • 2 tablespoons Lebkuchen spice mix
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup icing sugar/powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • a small amount of water, if needed

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, heat water, sugar, and honey until sugar melts; let cool slightly.
  2. In a stand mixer bowl, combine flour, candied peel, hazelnuts, cocoa powder, lemon zest, spices, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add warm honey mixture to dry ingredients; mix well. Incorporate egg and milk to form a stiff dough.
  4. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill overnight or up to four days.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll chilled dough into ropes; flatten slightly on cookie sheets.
  6. Bake for 12-14 minutes until puffed but soft.
  7. Prepare glaze with icing sugar, cocoa powder, lemon juice, and water; brush over cookies once cooled.

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