Mom's Fabulous Pfeffernuesse
Transport your taste buds to the heart of cozy German holiday traditions with "Mom's Fabulous Pfeffernuesse." These spiced cookies are a holiday classic, bursting with the warm, aromatic flavors of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice, balanced with a hint of molasses and a surprising kick of white pepper. The dough, lovingly prepared and rolled into bite-sized perfection, bakes into soft, subtly crisp cookies that are generously coated in powdered sugar for a festive, snowy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, these charming treats make a delightful addition to any holiday dessert spread and pair beautifully with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Whether you're recreating cherished family memories or starting new traditions, these Pfeffernuesse cookies are a must-bake for the season.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon white pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups dark molasses
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and white pepper. Set the dry ingredients aside.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat together the eggs and granulated sugar with a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is pale and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Add the molasses and melted butter to the egg mixture, and mix until fully combined.
Step 5
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a thick and sticky dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Step 7
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch and lightly golden on the bottom.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once the cookies have cooled, roll each one in powdered sugar until they are evenly coated.
Step 10
Store the Pfeffernuesse in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy these delightful cookies with coffee, tea, or as a festive holiday treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1257.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4750.2 |
| Total Fat 111.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.7g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 630.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 660.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 888.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 512.8g | |
| Protein 63.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 0% |
| Calcium 443.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 30.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2500.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories