Pfeffernuesse

Name: Pfeffernuesse
Ingredients: 1 c. granulated sugar; 1 c. brown sugar; 2 c. dark Karo syrup; 1 c. butter (2 cubes); 1 c. cream; 1 scant tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 1 Tbsp. vinegar; 1 tsp. cloves; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. allspice; 1 tsp. cardamom; 1 tsp. mace; 2 tsp. star anise (powder); 9 1/2 to 10 c. flour

14 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

1 c. granulated sugar
1 c. brown sugar
2 c. dark Karo syrup
1 c. butter (2 cubes)
1 c. cream
1 scant tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 1 Tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. cardamom
1 tsp. mace
2 tsp. star anise (powder)
9 1/2 to 10 c. flour

Directions

1

Mix the first 7 ingredients in order given; have ingredients at room temperature.
2

Mix spices with 2 cups of flour.
3

Add to first mixture; mix well.
4

Add remainder of flour, one cup at a time, mixing well.
5

Dough will be very stiff.
6

Chill.
7

Take a small piece of dough and roll between hands and board into round, pencil-like shape, about 1/2 inch in diameter.
8

Slice off 1/4 to 1/2-inch pieces.
9

Lay on lightly-greased cookie sheet and bake at 375° for 6 to 7 minutes.