pepernoot

From Dutch pepernoot.

pepernoot (plural pepernoten or pepernoots)

1. a kind of dough-based confectionery eaten during Sinterklaas celebrations. Typically softer and larger than a kruidnoot

From peper +‎ noot. Compare German Pfeffernuss, whence English pfeffernusse.

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pepernoot f (plural pepernoten, diminutive pepernootje n)

1. pepernoot
2. (proscribed) kruidnoot (see there)

Although bakers and grocery store make a clear distinction between pepernoten and kruidnoten, in common parlance the term pepernoot is frequently used to refer to both.

• (kruidnoot): kruidnoot