Pfeffernusse - a German Christmas Cookie Recipe

Name: Pfeffernusse - a German Christmas Cookie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) shortening; 3/4 cup (175 ml) packed brown sugar; 1 egg; 1/2 cup (125 ml) molasses; 3 drops anise oil and 1 tbsp (15 ml) hot water (mixed); 3-1/3 cups (775 ml) flour; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) soda; 1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) cloves

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (125 ml) shortening
3/4 cup (175 ml) packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup (125 ml) molasses
3 drops anise oil and 1 tbsp (15 ml) hot water (mixed)
3-1/3 cups (775 ml) flour
1/2 tsp (2 ml) soda
1/4 tsp (1 ml) salt
1/2 tsp (2 ml) cinnamon
1/2 tsp (2 ml) cloves

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
2
Mix shortening, sugar, egg, molasses, and anise mixture.
3
Blend dry ingredients; mix in gradually with hands.
4
Knead dough until right consistency for molding.
5
If dough seems too soft, refrigerate until firm.
6
Mold into balls 3/4 inch in diameter; place on greased baking sheet.
7
Bake about 12 minutes, or until golden brown on the bottom.
8
Cookies harden upon standing.
9
Store in airtight container with slice of apple to mellow them.

1130

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Protein

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (125 ml) shortening, 3/4 cup (175 ml) packed brown sugar, 1 egg, 1/2 cup (125 ml) molasses, and more.

Yes, Pfeffernusse - a German Christmas Cookie 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.

Pfeffernusse - a German Christmas Cookie

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