{"id":7510,"date":"2026-06-02T13:30:02","date_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/?p=7510"},"modified":"2026-06-02T13:30:02","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T13:30:02","slug":"lebkuchen-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/breckas.com\/index.php\/2026\/06\/02\/lebkuchen-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Lebkuchen Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Lebkuchen Bars<\/span><\/h1>\n

Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 20-25 mins | Total Time: 40 mins | Servings: 16 bars<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Ingredients<\/span><\/h2>\n

For the Lebkuchen Bars:<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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    2 cups all-purpose flour<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup almond flour (or finely ground almonds)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon baking powder<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon ground ginger<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd teaspoon ground cloves<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd teaspoon ground nutmeg<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bc teaspoon ground allspice<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bc teaspoon salt<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup honey<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd cup brown sugar, packed<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bc cup unsalted butter, softened<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 large egg<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    1 teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u00bd teaspoon lemon zest (optional, but traditional)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    For the Glaze (Optional but Recommended):<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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      1 cup powdered sugar<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      2-3 tablespoons lemon juice (or water)<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      \u00bc teaspoon vanilla extract<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      For Decoration (Optional):<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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        Sliced almonds<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Chopped candied citrus peel<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        Crushed walnuts<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Instructions<\/span><\/h2>\n

        Step 1: Preheat and Prep<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C). Line an 8\u00d78 or 9\u00d79-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on two sides for easy removal.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients<\/span><\/h3>\n

        In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 3: Cream Butter, Honey, and Sugar<\/span><\/h3>\n

        In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, honey, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 4: Add Egg and Flavorings<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) until well combined.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be thick and sticky \u2014 that\u2019s normal for Lebkuchen.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 6: Spread in Pan<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Transfer the dough to the prepared pan. Using a spatula or wet fingers (dip them in water to prevent sticking), spread the dough evenly into the pan. It will be a thin layer \u2014 about \u00bd to \u00be inch thick.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 7: Bake<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 8: Cool<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Do not try to glaze while warm \u2014 the glaze will melt and run off.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 9: Make the Glaze<\/span><\/h3>\n

        In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until smooth. The glaze should be thick but pourable. Add more powdered sugar to thicken or more liquid to thin.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Step 10: Glaze and Decorate<\/span><\/h3>\n

        Pour the glaze over the cooled bars and spread evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon. Immediately sprinkle with sliced almonds, candied citrus peel, or crushed walnuts if desired.<\/span><\/p>\n

        Let the glaze set for 15-20 minutes before cutting into 16 bars.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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