How to Make Pfeffernuesse Cookie Mix - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smell of warm, freshly baked cookies wafting through the house during the holiday season. Whether you're hosting a cookie exchange or simply want to treat your family to a homemade sweet treat, Pfeffernuesse cookies are a delicious and festive option. Originating from Germany, these spicy, nutty cookies are typically enjoyed during the Christmas season and are perfect for enjoying with a hot cup of cocoa or mulled wine.

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Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ¾ cup light molasses
  • 1 ¼ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ⅓ cup confectioners' sugar for decoration

Information

  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 5 dozen

  • Stir together flour, sugar, baking soda, spices, and dash black pepper.
  • In large saucepan, combine molasses and butter; heat and stir until butter melts. Cool to room temperature.
  • Stir in eggs. Add dry ingredients to molasses mixture; mix well. Cover. Chill several hours or overnight.
  • Shape into 1" balls. Place on greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for 12 to 14 minutes or until cookies are done. Remove. Cool. Roll in powdered sugar.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 21mg
    • Sodium: 82mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 144mg