German Lebkuchen Honey Cookies with Chocolate
These authentic German Lebkuchen are soft, spiced honey cookies studded with chocolate chips, offering a perfect balance of warm spices and sweet chocolate. They are a festive holiday treat that brings the cozy flavors of a German Christmas market to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
Notes
Storage: Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months. Make-Ahead: The dough can be made and refrigerated for up to 2 days before baking. Variations: Substitute the chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit for a different twist. Serve these cookies with a cup of hot tea or coffee for a cozy treat.