Aachener Printen

Aachener Printen are a type of Lebkuchen originating from the city of Aachen in Germany. Somewhat similar to gingerbread, they were originally sweetened with honey, but are now generally sweetened with a syrup made from sugar beets.

Aachener Printen
A herbal Aachener Printe broken in half
TypeLebkuchen
Place of originGermany
Region or stateAachen
Main ingredientssugar beets, spices (cinnamon, aniseed, clove, cardamom, coriander, allspice, ginger)

The term is a protected geographical indication, meaning that all manufacturers must be located in or near Aachen.

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