Lebkuchen-Schoko-Bon

Lebkuchen-Schoko-Bon is a traditional German confection featuring a soft, spiced gingerbread (Lebkuchen) center coated in a layer of chocolate. It typically combines honey, nuts, and a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and ginger, often encased in a sugar or chocolate shell. Originating in Germany, particularly associated with the Nuremberg region, it is a beloved treat during the Christmas season.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This treat is high in carbohydrates and sugar, with a significant fat content from the chocolate and nut ingredients. A single bon provides a quick energy boost and some minerals like iron and magnesium, with a calorie count typically around 100-120 kcal per piece.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	110 kcal
Protein	1.5 g
Carbs	18 g
Fat	4.5 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	14 g
Sodium	25 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Magnesium	15 mg
Potassium	60 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Copper	0.1 mg
Manganese	0.2 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.02 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.01 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Lebkuchen-Schoko-Bon is culturally significant as a staple of German Christmas markets, where the blend of spices and honey is a centuries-old tradition. Nutritionally, the inclusion of nuts and spices like cinnamon offers small amounts of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds, though it remains a festive indulgence.