The Most Wonderful Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread cookies have a long history and are associated with various traditions and holidays around the world. In some cultures, gingerbread cookies are made into elaborate shapes and decorated as works of art.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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The Most Wonderful Gingerbread Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, European Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Winter

Ingredients

Servings

• 2.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking soda
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₄ cup Molasses
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy.
3. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Divide the dough in half, wrap each portion in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Decorate with icing or enjoy as is!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 23g8%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.