Aachener Printen
A herbal Aachener Printe broken in half | |
| Type | Lebkuchen |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Germany |
| Region or state | Aachen |
| Main ingredients | sugar beets, spices (cinnamon, aniseed, clove, cardamom, coriander, allspice, ginger) |
Aachener Printen are a type of Lebkuchen originating from the city of Aachen in Germany. Similar to gingerbread, they were originally sweetened with honey, but are now generally sweetened with a syrup made from sugar beets.
The term is a protected geographical indication, meaning that all manufacturers must be located in or near Aachen.