Jam Cookies – Spitzbuben / Hildabrötchen
These delicious cookies are considered traditional Christmas cookies in Germany, while in Austria they are year-round. There are also different names for them, “Spitzbuben” is a regional synonym for “Hildabrötchen”. Not only are there different names for these cookies but the shape can vary. The hole in the middle is…
King’s Cake – Königskuchen
If you are looking for a classic holiday cake for Christmas, this is it! This is Germany’s answer to fruit cake. Ingredients: 240 ml (1 cup) butter240 ml (1 cup) sugar¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon vanilla extract4 tablespoons rum4 eggs710 ml (3 cups) flour295 ml (1 ¼ cups) corn starch1 teaspoon…
Kirschenmichel – Cherry Bread Pudding
We would like to share our rich cultural heritage through the delightful tradition of Kirschenmichel, a German dessert that showcases the unique flavors of sour cherries. This comforting dish, a kind of bread pudding, is made from old buns or bread, combined with butter, milk, eggs, sugar, and spices, resulting…
Königsberger Meatballs – Königsberger Klopse
Königsberger Meatballs originated in East Prussia and are named after the city of their probable origin, Königsberg (now Kaliningrad, Russia). It is considered one of the highlights of East Prussian cuisine and is still a popular dish in Germany to this day. Ingredients: 227 g (½ lb) ground pork227 g…
Kraut Crullers – Krautkrapfen
They are considered a Swabian and Allgäu specialty and make for a wonderful, hearty meal in cold weather. Ingredients: 500 g flour2 eggs125 ml watersome salt 1 jar sauerkraut200 g bacon, dicedsalt1 onioncaraway seeds, pepper Instructions: It is best to make the sauerkraut one day before making this recipe. In…
Lübeck Style Coconut Macaroons – Lübecker Kokosmakronen
The recipe comes from the city of Lübeck in Schleswig-Holstein, on the Baltic Sea coast. Ingredients: 250 g (2 ⅔ cups) coconut flakes, unsweetened5 egg whites250 g (1 ½ cups) confectioners’ sugar400 g (1 ⅔ cups) marzipan 2 tablespoons rumzest from ½ lemon90 g (⅓ cup) unsweetened chocolate2 tablespoons unsalted…
Lumumba – Tote Tante
Ingredients 2 cl hot rum 1 cup hot chocolate whipped cream chocolate flakes Preparation Pour the hot rum in a large cup. Add the hot chocolate. Garnish with whipped cream and sprinkle with chocolate flakes. Enjoy. Picture ©GNU Free Documentation License
Marble Cake – Marmorkuchen
Marble cake is a classic that everyone likes to eat. With our basic recipe, this favourite made from chocolate and vanilla dough turns out to be particularly tasty! Ingredients: 180 ml (¾ cup) butter2 tablespoons butter355 ml (1 ½ cups) sugarPinch of salt5 eggs770 ml (3 ¼ cups) flour120 ml…
Marinated Pot Roast – Sauerbraten
Sauerbraten is today one of the most well-known German dishes, which is not surprising, since it is also one of the oldest and most long lived as well. It is commonly believed that its origins lay either in the 9th century with the Franks as a way of using leftover…
Marzipan Braid – Marzipanzopf
This recipe makes a fluffy yeast dough, with a nice and sweet with marzipan and crunchy almonds. The braid tastes fantastic from breakfast to having friends over for an afternoon. Ingredients: 5 cups flour1 teaspoon yeast1 cup milk⅓ cup sugar1 tablespoon sugar⅓ cup butter1 teaspoon vanilla extractPinch of salt¾ cup…