Pfeffernuesse

11 ingredients
5 steps

Ingredients

  • 2 c. white sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1/4 c. molasses
  • 1/4 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 egg
  • 3 to 4 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. each: cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg
  • 2 tsp. anise extract
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper

Directions

  1. 1
    Blend sugars, molasses, milk, shortening, soda, egg and spices. Divide batter into two portions.
  2. 2
    Mix an extra 1/2 cup flour slowly with each portion until you have a fairly stiff dough; chill.
  3. 3
    Roll into ropes a little thicker than a finger, then use a butter knife. Cut into pieces 1-inch long.
  4. 4
    Bake on cookie sheet at 350° for 10 to 12 minutes.
  5. 5
    Makes 200 little cookies.

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