German Pfeffernusse Cookies Gluten Free
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of the holiday season with these Gluten-Free German Pfeffernüsse Cookies, a timeless classic reimagined for gluten-free diets. Made with a blend of almond flour and gluten-free all-purpose flour, these cookies are perfectly soft with a hint of crunch. Each bite is bursting with holiday spices like cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, and cloves, balanced by the sweetness of molasses and brown sugar. Rolled in powdered sugar for the signature finish, they’re as festive as they are delicious. Easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe yields 24 cookies, making it perfect for gifting, holiday spreads, or simply enjoying with a cozy cup of tea. Whether you're celebrating traditional German Christmas or just craving a spiced treat, these gluten-free pfeffernüsse cookies will surely become a seasonal favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Almond flour
- 1 cup Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Molasses
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup Powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the almond flour, gluten-free all-purpose flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, nutmeg, and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter and sugar mixture, and beat until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
Using a small cookie scoop or your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are just starting to turn golden at the edges.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, place the powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll each cookie in the powdered sugar until well coated.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2568 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 130.0 g | 167% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.9 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 349 mg | 116% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 335.6 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 194.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.3 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 543 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
