Pfeffernüsse Recipe
The aromatic spices used in the cookies were believed to have healing properties and were thought to ward off evil spirits.
Servings 4 People
Calories 100kcal
Equipment
- 1 Baking sheet
- 1 Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- ½ cup Confectioner sugar
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- ¾ cup Brown sugar
- 8 tbsp (1 stick) Unsalted butter
- ¼ cup Molasses
- ¼ tsp Ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp Ground all spice
- ¼ tsp Ground nutmeg
- ¼ tsp Ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp Ground cloves
- ¼ tsp Baking soda
- ¼ tsp Himalayan salt (Kosher salt will work!)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow it to firm up.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the chilled dough into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on a wire rack.
- Once completely cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Store the Pfeffernüsse cookies in an airtight container, where they will stay fresh for up to two weeks.
Notes
Tips and Tricks for Perfect Pfeffernüsse Cookies
Creating the perfect batch of Pfeffernüsse cookies can be a breeze with a few handy tips and tricks:- Use room temperature ingredients: Allowing the butter, eggs, and molasses to come to room temperature before starting the recipe will ensure a smoother dough and better incorporation of ingredients.
- Chill the dough: Refrigerating the dough for at least an hour not only helps it firm up, but it also allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a more pronounced taste.
- Don't overbake: Pfeffernüsse cookies are meant to be soft and chewy, so be sure to keep an eye on them as they bake. Remove them from the oven as soon as they turn a light golden color.
- Roll in powdered sugar twice: For an extra touch of sweetness and to achieve that iconic powdered sugar coating, roll the cooled cookies in powdered sugar twice. This will ensure a more even and beautiful finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 28g | Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.5g