Delicious Pfefferkuchen Recipe for the Holidays

Pfefferkuchen, also known as German spiced gingerbread cookies, are a classic holiday treat that is perfect for enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa or mulled wine. These cookies are fragrant with spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, and have a slightly chewy texture that makes them irresistible.

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1 egg

Directions

1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
2. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still slightly soft.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Enjoy your homemade pfefferkuchen with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of icing.

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