I remember Nussecken from my childhood. Although not overly keen on nut bakes, it has always been the chocolate corners that lured me in. It's the chocolate that marries it all together, the nuts, the biscuit, a sweet kick from the jam in the middle and chocolate.
Butterkekse – Classic German Baking
Butterkekse are as popular in Germany as shortbread is in Scotland. Literally translated as Butter Cookies, they could be the crisp and thin cousin of the shortbread.
Zimtbrezeln – Classic German Baking
For my birthday, my girlfriend gave me Classic German Baking which is full of delicious looking recipes, some of which I remember and some I have never tried but can't wait to bake. This first recipe, Zimtbrezeln or Cinnamon Pretzels, is one I had not heard of before.