Pfefferneusse

Ingredients

• 1 c sugar
• 1 c dark syrup
• 1 c shortening or butter
• 12 c black coffee
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tsp aniseed crushed
• 5 c flour
• 2 tsp aniseed flavoring optional

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients
2. Roll into long thin rolls in wax paper
3. Refrigerate overnight
4. Slice into 14 to 12-inch slices Bake at 325 for 10 to 15 minutes until lightly browned
5. Cool and store in airtight container
6. Will keep indefinitely
7. Yield about 800 peppernuts
8. A must for Christmas