Originally introduced as the 2014 Lebkuchen of the Year, the Lebkuchen Schmidt Premium Baked Apple Elise captures the comforting flavours and aromas of a traditional German Christmas market in every bite.

These authentic Nuremberg Elisen Lebkuchen are inspired by the nostalgic flavour of warm baked apples fresh from the oven — delicately spiced with classic Christmas notes of cinnamon, cloves, and festive gingerbread spices. The result is a wonderfully cozy and fruit-forward variation on traditional German Lebkuchen.

Soft, moist, and baked on delicate wafers in the classic Elisen style, each biscuit is finished with a light glaze that allows the flavour of baked apple and spices to shine through beautifully.

This longtime customer favourite feels especially perfect alongside coffee, tea, mulled wine, or a quiet winter evening by the Christmas tree. Elegant enough for gifting yet comforting enough to keep all to yourself, it’s easy to understand why this recipe continues to return to Schmidt’s collection years after its original debut.

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