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Pfeffernusse Cookies

Pfeffernusse Cookies

Pfeffernusse Cookies

Recipe By Miranda Barnett, Savory Spice Test Kitchen

Yields

70 to 80 cookies

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cooking Time

10 Minutes

Recipe By Miranda Barnett, Savory Spice Test Kitchen

Spice up your holiday cookie platter with pfeffernusse cookies, also called peppernuts. Known for being spiced with cinnamon, cloves, allspice, and a pinch of black pepper, these delightful bites are like extra-spiced gingerbread. Serve coated in powdered sugar and make a double batch--once you eat one, it's hard to stop!

Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 tsp. baking soda








1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature

3/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed

1/4 cup molasses

2 eggs


1/2 cup powdered sugar

Savory Spice ingredients in this recipe

  • Supreme Saigon Cinnamon

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  • Ground Jamaican Allspice

    These ground Jamaican allspice berries gets the name "allspice" from tasting like a blend of cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg - even though it's...

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  • Ground Ginger

    This freshly ground ginger is a must-have baking ingredient. Use to make gingerbread, cookies, or for pumpkin pie. While it's perfect for baked goo...

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  • Ground Inner Cardamom Seeds

    Commonly used in pastries, breads and curries, as it provides a flowery flavor and strong aroma that pairs well with baked goods. Cardamom powder i...

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  • Coarse Black Malabar Pepper

    Bold, well-rounded, and fruity flavor. These coarse ground peppercorns make a hearty black pepper for a variety of recipes. Season your favorite me...

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  • Ground Madagascar Cloves

    Baking with ground cloves from Madagascar adds a particular sharpness, flavor and warmth to sweeter recipes, like apple pies, cakes, and fruity des...

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  • Mayan Sea Salt

    This sea salt has a clean appearance and flavor, but is also an interesting tie to the ancient Mayan way of life. Straight from the sea to your tab...

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  • Pure Anise Extract

    Our Pure Anise Extract delivers a natural licorice note, similar to Star Anise or Fennel Seeds. Anise extract can be used in both sweet and savory ...

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Directions

Step 1: Make dough

In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and spices and set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream together butter, sugar, and molasses for 5 min. until light and fluffy. Add eggs and Pure Anise Extract, and mix until thoroughly combined. With the mixer on low, gradually add flour mixture until incorporated. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 min. until ready to bake.

Step 2: Bake

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out dough to 3/4-inch thick. Cut dough into 3/4-inch squares and roll squares into balls. Set dough balls 1 inch apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake for 8 to 10 min. Transfer cookies to wire rack to cool. Once cool, dip in powdered sugar to coat, shaking off any excess sugar. Store in an airtight container.