In der Weihnachtsbäckerei

1987 song by Rolf Zuckowski"In der Weihnachtsbäckerei"Song by Rolf Zuckowskifrom the album Winterkinder LanguageGermanReleasedOctober 19, 1987 (1987-10-19)GenreSchlager musicLength2:52 The Schlager music song "In der Weihnachtsbäckerei" (German: "In the Christmas bakery") is a German Christmas carol, written and composed by the musician Rolf Zuckowski.

[edit] "In der Weihnachtsbäckerei" describes the situation in a Christmas bakery, focusing on the mess made while baking. The chorus talks of the tastes found in a Christmas bakery, while also adding the risks of creating a mess when mixing the ingredients. The chorus can be translated as following:

In der Weihnachtsbäckerei Gibt es manche Leckerei Zwischen Mehl und Milch Macht so mancher Knilch Eine riesengroße Kleckerei In der Weihnachtsbäckerei In der Weihnachtsbäckerei

Translation: In the Christmas bakery There are many treats Between flour and milk Some little rascal Makes a huge mess In the Christmas bakery In the Christmas bakery

The chaos becomes more prominent as the first verse discovers, how the recipe has gone missing, concluding in a decision to improvise

Wo ist das Rezept geblieben Von den Plätzchen, die wir lieben? Wer hat das Rezept verschleppt? "Ich nicht" "Du vielleicht?" "Ich auch nicht"

Na, dann müssen wir es packen Einfach frei nach Schnauze backen Schmeißt den Ofen an (oh ja) Und ran

Translation: Where did the recipe go For the cookies that we love? Who took the recipe away? "Not me" "Maybe you?" "Me neither"

Well, then we have to do it Just bake freely from the gut Turn on the oven (oh yes) And get to it

The second verse then goes on by listing the needed ingredients and adding them to the improvised dough:

Brauchen wir nicht Schokolade Honig, Nüsse und Succade Und ein bischen Zimt? Das stimmt

Butter, Mehl und Milch verrühren Zwischendurch einmal probieren Und dann kommt das Ei (pass auf) Vorbei

Translation: Don't we need chocolate Honey, nuts, and candied fruit And a bit of cinnamon? That's right

Mix butter, flour, and milk Try it in between And then comes the egg (watch out) Done

The last verse then narrates the practice of kneading the dough, cut out the cookies, placing them on the baking sheet and waiting for them as they bake in the oven. Finally, they turn out burnt:

Bitte mal zur Seite treten Denn wir brauchen Platz zum kneten Sind die Finger rein? Du Schwein

Sind die Plätzchen, die wir stechen Erstmal auf den Ofenblechen Warten wir gespannt Verbrannt

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Chart (2012–2025)

Peak position

Austrian Single Charts

28

German Single Charts

16

[edit] Books There are a picture book and a song book with illustrations by Julia Ginsbach:

Rolf Zuckowski, Julia Ginsbach: In der Weihnachtsbäckerei. in: Bunte Liedergeschichten. Gerstenberg, Hildesheim 1996, ISBN 3-8067-4184-0. Rolf Zuckowski, Julia Ginsbach: In der Weihnachtsbäckerei. Coppenrath, Münster 2007, ISBN 3-8157-7858-1. CD, Video und DVD

Rolf Zuckowski und seine Freunde – Rolfs Liederkalender – Sing mit uns und Videoaufnahme der ZDF-Sendung 1992 Rolf Zuckowski und seine Freunde – Das Beste aus dem ZDF, Universal Music Entertainment, Berlin 2004 (DVD) 2006 entstand ein gleichnamiger Fernsehfilm mit Rolf Zuckowski als er selbst Rolf Zuckowski: In der Weihnachtsbäckerei. – Doppel-CD, Universal Music Entertainment, Berlin 2012 Rolf Zuckowski: Die Weihnachtsbäckerei – Das Musical-Hörspiel mit den Liedern von Rolf Zuckowski. Karussell (Universal Music) 2019

[edit] 1996: Niko & Rudi (Album: Schneeflöckchen – Weissröckchen) 2000: Wolfgang Petry (Album: Freudige Weihnachten) 2015: Helene Fischer & Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (Album: Weihnachten) 2016: Otto Waalkes 2024: Eizbrand - In der Weihnachtsbäckerei (Album: Rookies & Friends Vol. 3)

Rolf Zuckowski’s whimsical ode to a bustling kitchen taps into a universal childhood memory – the excitement of helping bake gingerbread and biscuits before Santa arrives. Its simple, sing‑along melody makes it a perfect lead‑in for family gatherings, school concerts or a cosy evening around the tree. The track’s upbeat schlager rhythm feels both festive and approachable, encouraging even the smallest listeners to join in. Because the lyrics celebrate the joy of creating treats together, the song instantly lifts the mood and reinforces the communal spirit at the heart of Christmas traditions across German‑speaking homes.

Play the two‑minute tune while you’re measuring out flour, rolling dough or decorating biscuits – the tempo matches the rhythmic kneading of a baker’s hands. For a touch of theatre, assign each child a verse to chant as they shape their cookies; the repeated chorus acts as a natural cue for a group “cheer” when the trays go into the oven. If you’re hosting a Christmas party, use it as background music for a DIY cookie‑decorating station; the song’s light‑hearted vibe keeps the atmosphere relaxed and encourages conversation. Its brevity also makes it ideal for a quick Christmas interlude during a radio‑style programme or a school assembly.

While many hear “In der Weihnachtsbäckerei” as a simple children’s ditty, it actually sits within the post‑war German schlager tradition, a genre designed to be universally appealing and unpolitical. Zuckowski’s choice to frame the holiday around baking reflects a broader German emphasis on ‘Stollenzeit’, where the kitchen becomes a communal hub. The song subtly reinforces the idea that Christmas joy is produced, not just received, encouraging families to share the labour of food preparation. Recognising this context adds depth to the listening experience and highlights why the track endures as a beloved fixture in German festive culture.