MISSOURI'S LEBKUCKER (LEPE) COOKIES

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MISSOURI: Munch your way across the USA. Donna G, the state of Missouri is now represented. This recipe is from "Capitol Cookies" with recipes from every state & Washington, DC. This recipe was submitted by Footwear Distributing Co, Centertown, Missouri, Wilma Distler, Chairperson. Donna, if you make these, let me know if they...

Provided by Bea L.

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 qt molasses
1 c butter, do not substitute
1 c buttermilk
4 tsp baking soda
2 c brown sugar
1 qt walnut pieces
1 lb mixed candied cherries
1 c candied lemon peel
1 c candied orange peel
1 tsp nutmeg
1 tsp salt
4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tsp vanilla extract
3 eggs, beaten
1 qt whole pecans
1 lb raisins
1 pt green candied cherries
1 pt red candied cherries
1 lb chopped dates
1 lb mixed candied fruit
3 1/2 qt all purpose flour

Steps:

  • 1. Heat butter & molasses until real thin. Mix baking soda and buttermilk together. Now mix all ingredients together, EXCEPT for flour. Add flour gradually and mix well. Form into rolls and wrap in wax paper. Refrigerate overnight. Slice 1/4" thick & bake on greased cookie sheets at 325 for approximately 15 minutes.
  • 2. NOTE: Wilma Distler said this recipe had been handed down from mother to daughter as far back as her great-grandmother. As you can see, this authentic German recipe is chock-full of nuts and candied fruit, but is still easy to put together. Don't let the long list of ingredients throw you!

Sobhakhar Panday
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I've never had Lebkuchen Lepe cookies before, but I'm glad I tried them. They're a delicious and unique holiday treat.


Tuhin mn
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These cookies were a disappointment. They were dry and crumbly, and they didn't have much flavor.


Jay Etz
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I'm not a big fan of Lebkuchen, but I thought these cookies were pretty good. They're not too sweet and have a nice chewy texture.


tntguy
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These cookies were a lot of work to make, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and unique.


Tara Kaduwal
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I had a hard time finding Lebkuchen spice, so I substituted a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. The cookies still turned out great!


Aphiwe Sambulo
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar next time.


Joshua Hunegnaw
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I've been making Lebkuchen Lepe cookies for years, and this recipe is by far the best. The cookies are always soft and chewy, with a delicious flavor. I highly recommend this recipe.


Key Louve
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These cookies were easy to make and turned out perfectly. They're so soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. I'll definitely be adding this recipe to my holiday baking rotation.


Ibraheembut
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Lebkuchen Lepe cookies were a big hit at my holiday party! They were so delicious and festive, and everyone loved them. I'll definitely be making these again next year.