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Basler Läckerli

🇨🇭 A dish from Switzerland

Basler Läckerli, a dish from Switzerland
Manuel Schneider(bla) (+/-) · CC BY-SA 3.0

The Basler Läckerli is a traditional hard spice biscuit originating from Basel, Switzerland. It is made of honey, hazelnuts, almonds, candied peel, and Kirsch.

What gives it away

🥘Main ingredientshoney, hazelnuts, almonds, candied peel, cherry brandy, spices
🔥Cooking methodbaked then cut into squares, glazed
👅Flavour & stylesweet, spiced, firm and chewy-hard
🕒When it’s eatenfestive treat, snack

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Frequently asked questions

Where does Basler Läckerli come from?
Basler Läckerli is a dish that originated in Switzerland.
What is Basler Läckerli?
The Basler Läckerli is a traditional hard spice biscuit originating from Basel, Switzerland. It is made of honey, hazelnuts, almonds, candied peel, and Kirsch.