Pfeffernuesse Recipe

+ Combine molasses and butter; heat and stir over low heat until butter melts.

Remove from heat and cool to room temp.

Stir together flour, brown sugar, soda, and spices in large bowl and set aside.

Stir egg into molasses mixture, gradually stir in flour mixture until combined.

cover and chill about 1 hour or until easy to handle.

Divide dough into 12 portions; on a lightly floured surface, roll each portioninto a 10" rope, cut ropes into 1/2" pieces; place pieces 1/2" apart on an ungreased shallow baking pan.

Bake at 350 for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm and bottoms are lightly browned.

Remove and cool on paper towels.