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Pepernoten

Cultural Context

Pepernoten are traditional Dutch spiced cookies, often enjoyed during the Sinterklaas festivities in early December. These small, crunchy treats embody the warmth of the holiday season and are often associated with the joy of gift-giving and family gatherings. While the classic recipe remains popular, variations have emerged globally, with many adapting the spices and shapes to suit local tastes.

DutchNLdessert
45 min
medium
20 servings
Servings4
2 cups self-raising flour
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
2 teaspoons mixed spice (cinnamon, coriander seed, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, caraway)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing dairy content.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar offers a lower glycemic index.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide healthy fats and are often less expensive.

1

Tie hair back and wash hands before cooking.

2

In a bowl, add all the dry ingredients together (self-raising flour and mixed spice).

3

Add butter and milk to the dry ingredients.

4

Mix and knead the dough into a big ball.

5

If the dough is dry, add some milk; if too wet, add more flour.

6

Roll small bits of dough between your hands and place them on a baking tray.

7

Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).

8

Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperwire rack

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutennutsdairy

Also Known As

SpeculaasDutch Pepper Nuts

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