Trdelník is a traditional Transylvanian-Hungarian dessert that arrived to the regions of eastern Moravia in the 18th – 19th century. 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) were a little overlooked but recently, they’ve been gaining on popularity. Will they be your Christmas favorites?
Coconut Wreaths
Coconut Wreaths (kokosové věnečky) are Czech Christmas cookies, perfect for all coconut lovers.
Modlitbičky
Miletínské modlitbičky or simply Modlitbičky are a Czech sweet of a very poetic origin.
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.
Sekaná – fast and delicious Czech variation on minced meat
Sekaná is an easy meal, even comfort food for some. It’s a meal for beginners and something you can cook in a large batch.