Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies have been a popular holiday treat for centuries, dating back to the Middle Ages in Europe.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 100 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.
Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
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Divide the dough in half and wrap each half in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes.
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Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly browned around the edges.
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Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Decorate the cookies as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 24
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 120kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Total Carbohydrate 18g6%
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 1g2%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
