Peffernuts (German Christmas Cookies) Recipe Recipe

Name: Peffernuts (German Christmas Cookies) Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening (Crisco); 2 c. white sugar; 1 tbsp. cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 c. buttermilk; 2 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon allspice; 1 teaspoon cloves; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 c. molasses; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 5 c. flour; 8 drops anise oil (optional); 1 tbsp. grnd cinnamon

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening (Crisco)
2 c. white sugar
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 c. buttermilk
2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 c. molasses
1/2 teaspoon salt
5 c. flour
8 drops anise oil (optional)
1 tbsp. grnd cinnamon

1
Cream shortening and sugar; add in molasses, buttermilk and spices; mix.
2
Add in flour and baking soda.
3
Mix.
4
Dough will be thick, use spoon for flour, etc.
5
Refrigeratethe dough well.
6
Form into rolls about 1 inch in diameter; slice 1/2 inch pcs.
7
Bake at 375 degrees about 10 min on greased cookie sheets.
8
Cookies are hard and heat in your mouth.

3558

kcal

Calories

227

Fat

354

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening (Crisco), 2 c. white sugar, 1 tbsp. cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, and more.

Yes, Peffernuts (German Christmas Cookies) Recipe falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Peffernuts (German Christmas Cookies) Recipe

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