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Pfeffernüsse Cookies
Enjoy the rich flavor of these traditional Pfeffernüsse cookies! Packed with warm spices and dipped in a sweet glaze, they're a classic holiday favorite that brings a bit of old-world charm to your baking.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups (300 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 1/2 cups (165 g) confectioners' sugar
- 2 to 4 tablespoons (30 to 60 ml) milk or water
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Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the molasses, honey, and egg until smooth.
- Slowly mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone liners.
- Using about a tablespoonful of dough at a time, roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place on a baking sheet. Bake one pan at a time for 12-15 minutes, until they are puffed and slightly cracked on top.
- Cool on the pans on a wire rack while you make the glaze.
- Slowly add 2 tablespoon of milk to the confectioners’ sugar. Mix until smooth. Add more milk if needed to make a smooth, thick glaze.
- While they're still a bit warm, dip the cooled cookies in the glaze, and set on a rack to set.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature up to a week.
- For tips, step-by-step photos, and extra details, be sure to read the full post above before starting. It’s packed with helpful info to answer common questions!
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