What is pfeffernusse?

The Word pfeffernüße translates to "pepper nuts" in German. Pfeffernuse was named for its spicey taste, since it was origonally made with black pepper. Today pfeffernuse usually not made with black pepper, but do include cloves, cinnomon and nutmeg. Pfeffernuse is traditionally made in the Christman season, and are left out with milk, for St. Nicholas by German children.