German Pfeffernusse with Frosting (Pepper Nuts) Recipe

Name: German Pfeffernusse with Frosting (Pepper Nuts)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup liquid honey; 1/4 cup shortening; 1 egg; 4 cups all purpose sifted flour; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. allspice; 3/4 tsp. ground cardamom seed; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/4 tsp. finely crushed anise seed; 2 unbeaten egg whites; 1 tbsp. liquid honey; 1/2 tsp. finely crumbled anise seed; 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom seed; 2 cups icing sugar

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cup liquid honey
1/4 cup shortening
1 egg
4 cups all purpose sifted flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
3/4 tsp. ground cardamom seed
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. finely crushed anise seed
2 unbeaten egg whites
1 tbsp. liquid honey
1/2 tsp. finely crumbled anise seed
1/4 tsp. ground cardamom seed
2 cups icing sugar

1
FOR THE COOKIES: Heat honey (do not boil) in a 4 quart sauce pan.
2
Add shortening and cool.
3
Beat in egg.
4
Sift dry ingredients together; gradually stir into the honey mixture.
5
Knead dough slightly in bowl or on a board.
6
Let dough stand 30 to 40 minutes.
7
Shape dough into 1 inch balls and place on lightly greased baking sheets.
8
Bake in a preheated 350 F. oven for 13 to 15 minutes.
9
FOR THE FROSTING: Combine egg whites, honey and spices in a 1 quart bowl.
10
Gradually beat in icing sugar, using a beater or mixer.
11
Place 12 to 14 Pfeffernusse in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of frosting.
12
Stir gently to coat all sides.
13
Place on a wire rack for frosting to harden.
14
Store in a tightly closed container.
15
Wheatland Bounty

865

kcal

Calories

Fat

176

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 cup liquid honey, 1/4 cup shortening, 1 egg, 4 cups all purpose sifted flour, and more.

Yes, German Pfeffernusse with Frosting (Pepper Nuts) 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 with Frosting (Pepper Nuts)

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