Pebber Nodder Danish Christmas Cookies
Delight in the cozy, spiced flavors of the holiday season with Pebber Nodder, traditional Danish Christmas cookies that are as charming as they are delicious. These bite-sized treats feature a buttery base infused with warm spices like cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, and a subtle kick of black pepper, perfectly balancing sweetness and spice. With a short preparation time and a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are perfect for festive gatherings, gifting, or enjoying alongside a steaming cup of mulled wine or coffee. Simple to shape and bake, Pebber Nodder captures the essence of Scandinavian holiday traditions, bringing joy and warmth to your cookie platter with every golden bite.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams Unsalted butter
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 10 grams Vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract)
- 1 large Egg
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract) together until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the egg and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, ground cinnamon, ground cardamom, ground cloves, ground black pepper, and baking powder.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
Step 6
Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into long ropes about the thickness of your little finger.
Step 7
Use a sharp knife to cut the ropes into small, bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 cm long.
Step 8
Transfer the pieces to the prepared baking trays, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown and crisp.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the trays before storing them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (724.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3278.3 |
| Total Fat 182.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 102.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 662.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 371.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 395.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 160.9g | |
| Protein 39.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 152.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 485.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories