Looking for a fun and delicious snack to serve your toddler? Try Pfeffernüsse - a traditional German spicy cookie that is sure to be a hit with your little one! Perfectly sized to fit little hands, Pfeffernüsse are packed with a mix of flavours and spices that toddlers will love. Plus, they’re a great way to get your child to enjoy something a little out of the ordinary. Check out our blog for our tried and tested Pfeffernüsse recipe and create a unique snack for your toddler today.
General Information
- Servings: 24 Cookies
- Keywords: Pfeffernüsse, Cookie, German
- Calories: 125
- Protein: 2 g
- Carbs: 26 g
- Fats: 6 g
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 75 g finely ground almond flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground cardamom
- 2 teaspoons ground anise
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 125 g earth balance butter alternative, softened
- 125 g brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon of vegan molasses
- 2 tablespoons of espresso, chilled
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the flours, spices, and baking powder.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the earth balance and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the molasses, espresso, and lemon juice to the earth balance and sugar, and beat until combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until well combined.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
- Allow to cool before serving. (Dad joke: You’ll need to wait «a-dough» for these cookies to cook!)
Recommended Sides
Pair these Pfeffernüsse with a cold glass of your favorite milk or a hot cup of tea.
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