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Where centuries-old tradition meets a love for butter and sugar
Some bakers stumble into their calling. Barbara Cantrell dove headfirst into it - and landed in the wonderful, wonderfully nerdy world of springerle. These intricately molded, anise-kissed German cookies have been gracing holiday tables since the 14th century, and Barbara has made it her mission to keep that legacy alive and thriving right here in Kansas City.
What started as a passion project quickly became Queen Bee Baking KC - a one-woman hive buzzing with hand-pressed springerle cookies, small-batch homemade vanilla extract, and a collection of museum-worthy cookie molds that are as beautiful as the cookies they create. Every batch Barbara bakes is made with patience, precision, and the kind of joy that only comes from doing exactly what you were meant to do.
Welcome to Barbara's Kitchen
Her passion, Your new favorite tradition
Whether you're here to order a stunning tin of springerle, stock your pantry with liquid gold vanilla, find the perfect mold to start your own tradition, or roll up your sleeves in one of Barbara's classes - you've found your people. Pull up a chair, the oven's warm.
Springerle Cookies
Intricately pressed, hand-crafted, and made with time-honored recipes.
Homemade Vanilla Extract
Pure, rich, and made the old-fashioned way - no shortcuts here.
Springerle Cookie Molds
Gorgeous molds to bring the art of Springerle into your own kitchen.
Springerle Cookie Classes
Learn the craft hands-on - beginners and enthusiasts both welcome.