Pfeffernuesse cookie mix (spicy german cookie)

60 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsAll-purpose flour
½cupSugar
teaspoonBaking soda
teaspoonCinnamon; ground
½teaspoonCloves; ground
½teaspoonNutmeg; ground
¾cupLight molasses
½cupButter or margarine
2Eggs; beaten
Powdered sugar; sifted

Directions

Stir together flour, sugar, baking soda, spices, and dash black pepper. In large saucepan, combine molasses and butter; heat and stir until butter melts. Cool to room temperature. Stir in eggs. Add dry ingredients to molasses mixture; mix well. Cover. Chill several hours or overnight. Shape into 1" balls. Place on greased cookie sheet.

Bake in 350 degree oven for 12 to 14 minutes or until cookies are done. Remove. Cool. Roll in powdered sugar.