How to Make Pfeffernüsse Cookies
Step #5: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius). If you have a double oven, then preheat both ovens. Here is the original Mennonite Peppernuts recipe card that belonged to his mother. You can tell its age from being typed and darkened with time and baking stains. This is a cherished recipe! We have improved the instructions, which are quite lacking in this card, as well as the baking temperature and time, so please use the updated recipe at the end. These German cookies got their name for their nut-like size and irresistible crunch. They boast a subtly sweet and spiced flavor that tempts you to reach for just one more. Ideal for holiday snacking, they’re a delightful treat to welcome the festive cheer. For those with a sweet tooth, my selection of holiday classics, including Hello Dolly Bars, Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Sparkling Shortbread Cookies, and Monster Cookies, are sure to continue the festive feast. Step #6: Lay out aluminum foil for the baked cookies to cool on. Step #14: Repeat rolling the dough, cutting the dough, loading the baking sheets, and baking the cookies until all of the dough is used.
