Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2011

Not being much of a baker this was a perfect recipe for me. I used Krusteaz Cinnamon Crumb Cake mix (21 oz box) and doubled everything else. I got 3 dozen large, flat, soft, tasty cookies. The cloves and pepper were just enough to keep everyone guessing about the secret ingredients. Well received at home and by co-workers, goes on my "make again" list. Thanks

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Kathy_in_TN

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2011

Wow I was so impresssed with this cookie , I will add to my christmas cookie list

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swarmbrunn

Cooking Level: Expert

Living In: Troy, Michigan, USA

Reviewed: Feb. 14, 2011

I made these for a cowboy/western-themed party, and I had at least three or four people (out of forty-ish there) ask for the recipe! They're very different, and I suppose that some people might not like the difference - I mean, pepper in a cookie is pretty darn weird - but I find that most people just think they're interesting and delicious! And super easy to make, too (:

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freesiabird

Reviewed: Oct. 6, 2010

No one ate them at the cookie contest. I guess the name of the cookie is a turn off.

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MIAELAINE

Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2009

when my husband says 3 times in a row" Man, this is a good cookie!" It's a keeper. I predict a hit at the cookie swap tomorrow; the tiny peppery burn at the end is the delightful surprise.

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EllaSay

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Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Hartland, Minnesota, USA

Living In: Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 11, 2009

EVERYONE in my family likes these. My hubby likens these to ginger snaps as far as the spice level. It's an interesting recipe to have and most likely you won't have someone else bringing the same thing to the party!

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myturnagain?!?

Reviewed: Dec. 7, 2009

I loved these. I made them and froze them for my Christmas tray. They are so easy to make I will definately make them again. Don't be afraid to make these.

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Kristine

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Rochester, New York, USA

Reviewed: May 28, 2009

I just made these, and my family loves them. Everyone was skeptical of the black pepper, but it turned out great. I substituted white cake mix for the coffee cake mix, and added my own cinnamon to the cookie dough. For the powder, I mixed cinnamon and confectioners sugar and added it after the cookies baked. Very yummy, unusual recipe.

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appleclafoutis

Reviewed: Apr. 4, 2009

These are absolutely amazing! I did have to add about 3/4 cups of flour. I might add alittle more pepper next time but that would be it. Everyone loved them!!! So good with tea or coffee. Very delicate, not chewey or crunchy or too soft. Baked alittle longer than stated until the tops cracked abit.

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lgebski

Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2008

I too doubled the recipe because I used Krusteaz brand Cinnamon Crumb Cake mix. When they cool, they become very thin, but crispy and delicious! I was surprised by how much I liked the hint of black pepper. What an interesting cookie. I will be making again!

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