Wilkerson's Moravian Cookies

Our great-grandfather was the first to start rolling Spice Cookies paper-thin. They eventually became known as Moravian Cookies and the legendary thinness he pioneered is what made them so famous. 

Hand-baked delicacies from the pages of yesteryear. Cookies are rolled paper-thin, rich in intensity with the delightful caress of a warm winter blend of ginger, allspice, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Molasses and brown sugar add complexity, depth and aroma for a pallet-satisfying spice cookie that is unmatchable. A traditional treat for the holidays.

The allure, fame and mythology of spices is older than recorded history. Once civilizations tasted spices and experienced the mesmerizing aroma, people could not live without them. Early in the 15th century, a 200-year period of time called the Spice Wars was fought. From this, far-away lands were discovered, large shipping and trading companies were formed, and spices would become the most lucrative business in the world. When settlers came to Colonial America some families brought with them special treasured recipes and traditions handed down from their ancestors. A few of the Moravian families were known for their incredible spice tea cakes which would eventually become known as Moravian Spice Cookies.