Nuremberg Elisen gingerbread – a scent that awakens childhood memories and inevitably increases the anticipation of Christmas. I still remember the Advent Sundays at my grandmother's, where the whole kitchen table was covered with ingredients for these delicacies. It was a family ritual in which everyone helped, and the scent of cinnamon, cloves and roasted nuts filled the whole apartment. The quality of the ingredients is crucial for Elisen gingerbread. The almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts form the heart and provide the nutty taste and the fine texture. Make sure to use high-quality, unpeeled almonds, as they have a more intense aroma. Candied orange peel and candied lemon peel bring a fruity note and a slightly bitter complexity into play. It is best to use untreated fruits to avoid unwanted additives. The spices – cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and cardamom – are the soul of the gingerbread. They give it warmth, depth and the unmistakable Christmas character. Honey provides the necessary sweetness and moisture, while the eggs hold the ingredients together. The Thermomix® makes preparation much easier. Grinding the nuts and chopping the candied orange peel and candied lemon peel is effortless and even. When grinding the nuts, be careful not to mix for too long, as they can become oily. The reverse function is important when stirring in the ingredients so as not to chop the nuts and fruits too much. Spread the dough evenly on the wafers. A piping bag can be very helpful here. For a vegan version, the eggs can be replaced with applesauce or flaxseed egg. Instead of honey, agave syrup or maple syrup can be used. You can also experiment with other spices such as anise or ginger to give your gingerbread a personal touch. Serve the Elisen gingerbread with a cup of coffee or tea. They also go perfectly with a glass of mulled wine or a dessert wine. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream rounds off the taste experience. The gingerbread cookies can be stored in a tin, kept cool and dry, for several weeks. You can also prepare them well in advance and keep the dough in the refrigerator for a few days. So you always have fresh gingerbread at hand when visitors announce themselves or you simply feel like something sweet.

Nuremberg Elisen Gingerbread

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Ingredients (15 ingredients)

Preparation (8 steps)

Grind almonds, hazelnuts and walnuts

Chop candied orange peel and candied lemon peel

Stir eggs, sugar and honey

Add spices, nuts, candied orange peel and candied lemon peel

Prepare wafers

Spread dough on wafers

Bake gingerbread cookies

Prepare glaze (optional)

Finished cooking? Great! 🎉

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