Homemade German Gingerbread Spice (Lebkuchengewürz)

Method3 steps · about 10 min

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   Step 1: Finely grind the 6 whole cloves, 6 whole allspice berries, one whole star anise and ½ whole nutmeg in a suitable spice grinder. Combine with 30 g ground cinnamon, 4 g ground green cardamom, 2 g ground coriander and 2 g ground ginger, then funnel into a clean dry spice jar.

   Uses 30 grams ground cinnamon · 4 grams ground cardamom (green cardamom) · 2 grams ground coriander · 2 grams ground ginger · 6 pieces whole cloves · 6 pieces whole allspice · 1 piece whole star anise · ½ piece whole nutmeg

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   Step 2: Shake the combined spice blend to mix evenly and seal airtight.

   Uses combined gingerbread spice blend

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   Step 3: Store the dry spice blend in a dark place protected from heat. The source suggests using it within about 2 years for best flavour.

   Uses mixed airtight gingerbread spice blend