Pfeffernüsse (German "Pepper-Nut" Christmas Cookies)
Prep
40m
Cook
45m
Total
1h 25m
The name "Pfeffernüsse" translates to pepper-nut, even though these cookies don't contain either. Back in the day, "pepper" was a generic name for any type of spice, and these were called "nuts" because they looked like nuts! Misleading names aside, I think this is the best Christmas cookie of all time. They're soft and chewy with a thin, crisp icing and the perfect combination of warming winter spices. Pack up a tin and share these delicious cookies with family and friends!
Ingredients
52 servingsCookies
Icing
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.
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Calories 160kcal 8%
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Fat 3g 4%
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Saturated Fat 1g 5%
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Carbohydrates 30g 10%
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Fiber 1g 4%
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Sugar 20g 40%
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Protein 2g 4%
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Cholesterol 10mg 3%
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Sodium 100mg 4%
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Notes
You can substitute whole milk for heavy cream.
Feel free to bake these right away, but for best results, let rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 day.
If you want something a little more festive, shake some sprinkles over the cookies when the icing is still wet.
Feel free to bake these right away, but for best results, let rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 day.
If you want something a little more festive, shake some sprinkles over the cookies when the icing is still wet.
Imported & edited by @johnnydallas24
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