Basel Honey-Spice Cookies (Basel Leckerli)

Directions

1. 1

   2/3 c Clover honey 2/3 c Granulated sugar 1 tb Kirsch (cherry brandy) or -orange juice 2 1/2 ts Ground cinnamon 1/4 ts Ground cloves Finely

2. 2

   Generously grease two 10-by-14-inch or larger baking shets

3. 3

   Stir together the honey, sugar, and kirsch in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat

4. 4

   Heat the mixture, stirring, until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture is hot but not boiling

5. 5

   Remove from the heat and stir in the spices, lemon peel, candied peels, and almonds until completely incorporated

6. 6

   Stirring vigorously, gradually ad 2 1/4 cups of flour to the pan

7. 7

   the mixture will become very stiff

8. 8

   If the mixture feels sticky and too soft to roll out, stir or knead in a bit more flour, but be careful not to overflour