Recipe of Basler Läckerli
Basler Läckerli, a cherished Swiss delicacy originating from Basel, are irresistibly sweet, chewy cookies with a hint of spice. Adorned with crunchy almonds and a flawless glaze, they encapsulate the essence of Swiss culinary tradition. Savor the flavors of Switzerland with our homemade recipe!
Recipe Summary
Difficulty
Intermediate
Category
Cookies
Ingredients
- 200g honey
- 150g granulated sugar
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 200g candied peel (mixed)
- 150g almonds, roughly chopped
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 lemon (zest)
- 2 tbsp kirsch (cherry schnapps)
- 200g dark chocolate (for glaze)
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Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan, heat honey and sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat.
- In a separate bowl, sift flour, cinnamon, and cloves. Add candied peel, almonds, baking powder, and lemon zest.
- Pour the honey-sugar mixture over the dry ingredients. Add kirsch. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
- Press the dough onto the prepared tray, shaping it into a rectangle about 1cm thick.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden. Remove from the oven, but keep the oven on.
- While still warm, cut the dough into small rectangles or diamonds.
- Return to the oven for a few more minutes to dry slightly.
- Once cooled, melt the chocolate and dip each piece halfway into the chocolate.
- Place on parchment paper to let the chocolate set.
- Enjoy your homemade Basler Läckerli!
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Tips for this recipe
Here are some useful tips to perfectly prepare Basler Läckerli and get the best results.
- Always use fresh ingredients for the best flavor
- Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook
- Monitor temperature during cooking to prevent burning
Variations of this recipe
Try these delicious variations of Basler Läckerli to give a different touch to your preparation.
- Vegetarian version: substitute meat with plant proteins like tofu or legumes
- Spicy version: add chili peppers or spicy spices to taste
- Healthy version: reduce oil and increase vegetables
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe has a Intermediate difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
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