Lebkuchen Cookies

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a baking sheet. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix together the honey, brown sugar, butter, eggs, lemon and orange zest, and almond extract with an electric mixer until well combined.

Step 3

Add baking powder, baking soda, flour, and spices to wet ingredients and mix until combined.

Step 4

Drop dough by the tablespoon onto prepared baking sheet and bake 8-10 minutes; cookies will be soft.

Step 5

Cool on wire rack. While cookies are cooling, make the glaze:

Step 6

In a small saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil; let boil one minute. Remove from heat and whisk in powdered sugar. Dip top of cookies in glaze and allow to cool completely before serving.

Step 7

Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of apple or orange peel to maintain softness. Enjoy!