Perníčky

Perníčky is a term used to describe traditional Czech cookies spiced with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, and ginger. They are usually cut out into different shapes and decorated with chocolate, yogurt, sliced almonds, candy, and sugar glaze, or simply dusted with powdered sugar. In the Czech Republic, the cookies initially appeared in 1335, when they were mainly enjoyed as a dessert or as a thickening agent in savory sauces. Today, these crispy and fragrant cookies are appreciated for their artistic value, and the lavish decorations make them a unique, edible artwork. They are also a staple of numerous Christmas markets and one of the authentic Czech souvenirs.