Traditional Pfeffernuesse
Tiny anise-flavored spice nuggets are a Christmas tradition in many families of German heritage.
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Ingredients
1 Land O Lakes® Butter, softened
2 cup1
4 cup sugar1
4 cup firmly packed brown sugar1
4 cup mild flavor molasses1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon anise extract
1
2 teaspoon baking soda1
2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1
4 teaspoon ground white pepper1
4 teaspoon salt2 1
2 cups all-purpose flour
Powdered sugar or sugar, if desired
How to make
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STEP 1
Combine butter, sugar, brown sugar, and molasses in bowl; beat at medium speed, scraping bowl occasionally, until creamy.
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STEP 2
Combine water and coffee granules in another bowl; stir until dissolved. Add coffee mixture and all remaining ingredients except flour; continue beating until well mixed. Add flour; beat at low speed until well mixed. Cover; refrigerate at least 30 minutes until firm.
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STEP 3
Heat oven to 350°F.
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STEP 4
Divide dough into 10 portions (about 1/4 cup dough each). Roll 1 portion at a time into 18x1/2-inch rope on lightly floured surface. Cut each rope into 1/2-inch pieces with sharp knife. Place pieces 1/2 inch apart onto ungreased cookie sheets. Bake 8-9 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and cookies are set.
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STEP 5
Place waxed paper on top of cooling racks. Loosen cookies with spatula; spread onto waxed paper. Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar or sugar, if desired.
Tip #1
Dip knife in flour while cutting dough to prevent sticking. If dough becomes too soft while shaping into ropes, refrigerate 15-20 minutes.
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