Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
gingerbread background

Gingerbread Background: 7 Cheery Tips for Holiday Cookies


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Gingerbread cookies are a classic holiday treat with a rich, spiced flavor.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup molasses

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add egg and molasses to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
  7. Roll out the dough and cut into desired shapes.
  8. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  9. Let cool before decorating.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • Dough can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.
  • Use royal icing for decorating.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: gingerbread, cookies, holiday, dessert