How to Make Pebber Nodder (Danish Christmas Cookies) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pebber Nodder, also known as Danish Christmas Cookies, are a beloved holiday treat in Denmark. These delicious cookies are a traditional part of the Danish Christmas celebration, and their name translates to "pepper nuts" in English. Despite the name, these cookies do not actually contain any nuts. Instead, they are flavored with a variety of warm spices that give them a rich, aromatic taste.

These cookies are a staple at Danish holiday gatherings, and they are often enjoyed alongside...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 100

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs one at a time, stirring until light and fluffy. Combine flour, cardamom, and cinnamon; stir into sugar mixture just until blended.
  • Separate dough into 6 balls, and roll each ball into a rope about as big around as your finger on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 1/2-inch pieces, and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    37 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 15mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 2mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 6mg