Lebkuchen is often referred to in the English-speaking world as "German gingerbread." It's not. Ginger is usually the spice least called for in a Lebkuchengewürz (spice blend) and traditionally not at ...

"Anyone lucky enough to grow up celebrating Christmas in the German fashion will know that one of the greatest things about it — besides the fact that an otherwise practical people would suddenly ...

Get ready to embark on a delightful culinary journey with our Pfeffernüsse recipe – a symphony of warm spices, sweet honey, and a touch of holiday cheer. These German Christmas Spiced Cookies are not ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Traditionally made with almonds and cinnamon, these star-shaped cookies are both cute and spiced. To give ...

Sadler is not German but grew up with these cookies published in a book co-written by her grandmother called In the Very Name of Christmas. The book featured customs and recipes from around the world.

The holidays aren't quite what they used to be in American kitchens. While the scent of cinnamon and vanilla once filled homes during December, many families now reach for plastic containers instead ...

In the end, Sarah Sadler won first place and a $75 gift card for her Lebkuchen, wonderfully cakey German spice cookies. In second place were unusual Christmas Casserole Cookies, reminiscent of ...