Festive Spiced Danish Shortbread Balls

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Festive Spiced Danish Shortbread Balls bring the warmth of the holiday season to your kitchen with our Festive Spiced Danish Shortbread Balls, also known as Pebernodder. These vegetarian treats are gluten, dairy, and egg-free, making them a perfect option for those with dietary restrictions. With a rich buttery texture and a blend of aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these cookies are perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea.

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Overview

These Spiced Danish Shortbread Balls, also known as Pebernodder, are a delightful treat perfect for the holiday season. With a blend of warm spices and a buttery texture, these tiny cookies are traditionally enjoyed by the handful. They are a bit time-consuming to make, but the result is a deliciously rewarding experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

Scandinavian

Serving Size: 200

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup butter, softened
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 2 Whole eggs
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cardamom, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cloves, ground
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 2.75 Cups all-purpose flour

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease two to three baking sheets.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Stir in the cardamom, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until well blended.
5. Gradually mix in the flour, one cup at a time, until the dough gathers together.
6. With floured hands, pinch off small, 1/2 teaspoon amounts of dough, roll into tiny balls, and place on the prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake in the preheated oven until the bottoms of the cookies are light tan, about 10 to 12 minutes.
8. Allow the cookies to cool for 15 minutes on the baking sheets.
9. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

Enjoy your homemade Festive Spiced Danish Shortbread Balls!