Trdelník is a traditional regional Moravian, Slovak (and more) dessert of Transylvanian origin. Let’s talk about its history, use in Czech folklore and I’ll also show you how to make it at home.
Vanilla Crescents (Vanilkové rohlíčky)
Vanilla Crescents (vanilkové rohlíčky) are a regular at the Czech Christmas tables. These Christmas cookies are iconic for the holiday.
Lard Cakes (Sádlové koláčky)
Lard cakes (sádlové koláčky) have been a little overlooked but recently, they’ve been gaining more popularity.
Coconut Wreaths
Coconut Wreaths (kokosové věnečky) are Czech Christmas cookies, perfect for all coconut lovers.
Modlitbičky
Miletínské modlitbičky or simply Modlitbičky are a less common type of Czech Christmas cookies but traditional nevertheless.
Perníčky – Gingerbread Cookies
Perníčky, the gingerbread cookies. We all know and love them. In the Czech Republic, they are typical not only for Christmas but also Easter.
Zázvorky, the actual gingerbread cookies
Zázvorky (ginger cookies) are cookies typically make at Christmas in the Czech Republic. Their ginger aroma and taste is the reason for their name.
Pracny
Pracny are a very typical type of Christmas cookies in the Czech Republic. Don’t let their simple looks fool you, they are very aromatic and full of flavor.
Beehive Christmas Cookies
Beehive cookies or Včelí úly (beehives) or Vosí hnízda (wasp nests) in Czech are one of the most traditional Czech Christmas cookies. They are partly baked and bring that delicious walnut scent to the table.
Muzika, the most traditional Czech Christmas dessert
Have you ever heard of muzika? Although it means “music” in Czech, this time we’re not referring to actual music but to a traditional Czech Christmas dessert – a compote that has been half forgotten and is prepared only in some regions. Which is a pity because it’s delicious and really easy to make. So …