The famous Basler Läckerli cookie for people “on the go” or those who just want a little something.

The Secret of Tradition
The specialty cookies have been produced in Basel since the 14th century. The “gingerbread bakers” who made them and who were later called “sugar bakers” belonged to the Saffron Guild. This fine cookie, named “Basler Läckerli”, has carried the international reputation of the city famed for its humanist ideals into the world for many years. But what is so special about the “Basler Läckerli”? The delicious ingredients – flour, honey, almonds, hazelnuts, orange and lemon peel, special spices and a dash of kirsch (cherry schnapps) – partly explains their success, but there is also a secret twist to the way the Läckerli-Huus put them together, thus ensuring your Basler Läckerli lose non of their flavour and quality. Incidentally, if you prefer your Läckerli slightly softer, just leave the tin or jar open for a short time in a place with a high ambient humidity.

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