Traditional Czech Christmas Cookies – Masaryk’s Christmas Cookies

28. 2. 2024

Are you already thinking about what Christmas cookies you will bake this year?

This traditional Czech recipe dates back to the 1920s when Czechoslovakia was established, and Tomas Masaryk became the country’s first president. Today, he is remembered with love as one of the most important Czechs in history and the first president of the Czechoslovak Republic.

This particular Christmas cookie was his personal favorite, and it was named after him: Masaryk’s cookies.

It’s easy to prepare, and it is excellent!

Interesting facts about Masaryk’s confectionery

The traditional recipe for Masaryk sugar comes from the 1920s when Czechoslovakia was founded, and TG Masaryk became the first president.

It is said that this candy was his favorite and, therefore, got its name after him. Allegedly, his mother made it for him in Lány; at that time, it was still known as hazelnut candy.

Masaryk’s sweets are incredibly easy to prepare and, at the same time, taste great. People love it for its buttery fragility and incredible nutty aroma. Hazelnuts are often used, but you can replace them with walnuts or almonds.

And how did you like today’s recipes for Masaryk’s sweets? Let us know in the comments!

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