springerle

/ˈsprɪŋərlə/

Definitions

1. noun

a traditional German Christmas cookie made in a wooden mold, often with intricate designs

“Her grandmother’s springerle recipe was a family tradition.”

2. verb

to decorate or press a design into (a springerle cookie)

“She springerled the cookie with a festive holly pattern.”

Synonyms

  • cookie
  • gingerbread
  • molded treat

Antonyms

  • flatbread
  • sponge cake