ReceptnaptárPfeffernüsse (spiced gingerbread balls with icing)
Pfeffernüsse are the spiced, honeyed, hard-crumbed treats of German and Dutch Christmas. The original recipe's "pepper" refers to spices such as cinnamon, cloves and pepper. They soften over weeks, and their flavor deepens.
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Method
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- Warm the honey, sugar and butter over low heat until melted; let cool.
- Stir in the egg.
- Mix the flour, baking soda, spices and salt and knead with the honey mixture into a dough.
- Chill for 2 hours.
- Shape into walnut-sized balls and place on baking paper.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for 12-15 minutes.
- Stir the powdered sugar with the lemon juice into a thick glaze, brush it on the cooled balls and let dry.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Rest the dough so the spices permeate it.
- After a few days in an airtight tin they soften and taste richer.
- They are also good with just powdered sugar.
Frequently asked questions
Why are they hard?
The honey dough hardens as it cools, and gradually softens in storage.
How long do they keep?
Weeks, airtight.
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