Lebkuchen (German Spice Cookies) 🍪🇩🇪

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. 🌾🥄🍶🧂🌿

Step 2

In another bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses, vanilla extract, and lemon zest. 🧈🍚🥚🍯🌿🍋

Step 3

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined. 🔄

Step 4

Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. ❄️

Step 5

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper. 🌡️🍳

Step 6

On a floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters. 🍪

Step 7

Place cookies on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes or until firm. 🕒

Step 8

Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. ❄️

Step 9

For the icing, mix confectioners' sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies. Let icing set before serving. 🍚🥛