These traditional German Christmas bars are wonderfully aromatic, nutty, and slightly chewy, with a sweet white glaze on top. They are even better after resting for several days, allowing the spices and flavors to deepen—exactly the kind of Christmas treat that becomes a family tradition.
Ingredients
For the bars:
- 2 cups (200 g) ground almonds
- 1 cup (120 g) finely ground hazelnuts
- 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- ½ cup (60 g) finely chopped hazelnuts or almonds
For the glaze:
- 1½ cups (180 g) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice or water
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Step-by-Step Instructions
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