Pfeffernuesse Cookies Recipe

Name: Pfeffernuesse Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 eggs; 1 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons butter, softened; 1 teaspoon water; 2 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon clove; 3/4 cup raisins (optional); icing; 2 egg whites; 2 teaspoons light corn syrup; 1 dash cinnamon; 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

Servings: persons

2 eggs
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons butter, softened
1 teaspoon water
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon clove
3/4 cup raisins (optional)
icing
2 egg whites
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1 dash cinnamon
2 cups powdered sugar, sifted

1
In mixer bowl, beat eggs until light.
2
Add sugar, butter and water and mix well.
3
In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder and spices.
4
Stir into the egg and sugar mixture.
5
Mix in raisins, if desired. I also sometimes add nuts.
6
Shape into 1 inch balls.
7
Bake on greased baking sheet at 350 degrees for about 8 minutes or until light golden brown.
8
Cool on wire racks.
9
Toss cookies, a few at a time, in icing to coat.
10
Place on waxed paper until the icing hardens.
11
Or if you prefer you can skip the icing and just dust with powdered sugar.
12
Store in a covered container up to 1 month.
13
Icing:.
14
Whisk together all ingredients until smooth.

874

kcal

Calories

Fat

180

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 eggs, 1 cup sugar, 2 teaspoons butter, softened, 1 teaspoon water, and more.

Yes, Pfeffernuesse Cookies 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.

Pfeffernuesse Cookies

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