Discover traditional German desserts.

Lebkuchen

Gingerbread cookies are a beloved traditional Christmas dessert in Germany. Sometimes, they are topped with dark chocolate, almonds, or sugar glaze. You can buy boxes of gingerbread cookies at Christmas markets.

Apfelkuchen

Sliced ​​apples are dipped in sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice, then baked alongside the traditional tart base. Raisins are sprinkled on top before baking, a noticeable difference from French apple tarts. The tart bakes relatively quickly. It's perfect with a hot cup of coffee. This is a very popular dessert in Germany.

Mohnstrudel

Poppy seeds are a common ingredient in almost every German household, especially during Christmas. A roll made from a soft sponge cake base with a cream filling mixed with poppy seeds inside is a must-try dessert when visiting Germany.

Kaiserschmarrn

Kaiserschmarren is a traditional German dessert made in the form of pancakes. Kaiserschmarren is made from sweet flour and then cooked with butter. Germans also add eggs to give the pancake a soft, fluffy texture.

Traditionally, Kaiserschmarren are cooked in a pan. While cooking, they are cut into bite-sized pieces with a fork. Then, powdered sugar is sprinkled on top. The pancakes are also known as "Emperor's Pancakes" because Emperor Kaiser Franz Josef was a big fan of this delicious treat.

Black Forest Cake

This cake originated in the 1980s and is often served at parties. It has become a world-famous dessert, a source of pride for Germans. The chocolate cake base is soaked in a rich, dark sauce with a hint of liqueur, topped with vibrant red cherries and a layer of white whipped cream. The combination of flavor and appearance makes it irresistible.

The German name for Black Forest bread is "Schwarzwälderkirschtorte," which means bread soaked in Kirsch liqueur before baking.

Stollen

This is also a traditional cake often found on Christmas dinner tables. The cake, filled with chopped fruit and generously covered in sugar and candy, appeals to both children and adults. Its German name is Christstollen, and it's truly a dessert worth trying during Christmas.