Pfeffernuesse

In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. In a bowl, combine corn syrup, molasses and water; set aside. Combine the flour, aniseed, baking soda and spices; add to creamed mixture alternately with molasses mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 400 degrees F for 11 minutes or until golden brown. Roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar. Cool on wire racks. ');