Danish Peppernut Christmas Cookies (Pebernodder)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two to three baking sheets.

2. 2

   Beat the butter and sugar together in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in the cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well blended. Mix in the flour, one cup at a time, until the dough gathers together. With floured hands, pinch off small, 1/2 teaspoon amounts of dough, roll into tiny balls, and place on prepared baking sheets.

3. 3

   Bake in preheated oven until bottom of cookies are light tan, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool 15 minutes on baking sheets. Store in an airtight container.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.