German Pfeffernusse Recipe

Name: German Pfeffernusse
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup dark corn syrup; 3 tablespoons hot water; 2 teaspoons anise seeds; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided; Sifted powdered sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup dark corn syrup
3 tablespoons hot water
2 teaspoons anise seeds
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 to 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
Sifted powdered sugar

1
Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add syrup, hot water, and next 7 ingredients; beat at low speed until blended. Gradually add 4 cups flour to butter mixture, beating at low speed until blended after each addition.
2
Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff dough. Cover and chill 3 to 4 hours.
3
Divide dough into 8 portions; roll each portion into a 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick rope. Cut ropes into 1-inch lengths, and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 10 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Roll in powdered sugar.

915

kcal

Calories

Fat

138

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup dark corn syrup, 3 tablespoons hot water, and more.

Yes, German Pfeffernusse falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

German Pfeffernusse

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