Christmas Ginger Cookies with Almond Frosting

Name: Christmas Ginger Cookies with Almond Frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter or, margarine, softened; 1 1/4 cups sugar granulated; 1 each eggs; 2 tablespoons corn syrup, dark; 1 1/2 tablespoons orange zest grated; 1 tablespoon water; 3 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger ground; 1/2 teaspoon cloves ground; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 each egg whites; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 1 x powdered sugar as needed

Servings: persons

1 cup butter or, margarine, softened
1 1/4 cups sugar granulated
1 each eggs
2 tablespoons corn syrup, dark
1 1/2 tablespoons orange zest grated
1 tablespoon water
3 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger ground
1/2 teaspoon cloves ground
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 each egg whites
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 x powdered sugar as needed

1
Cream butter and sugar in large mixer bowl with electric mixer.
2
Beat in egg until light.
3
Stir in corn syrup, orange rind and water.
4
Mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt.
5
Stir into butter mixture to form a dough.
6
Divide dough in half.
7
Wrap in wax paper and refrigerate overnight.
8
Heat oven to 325F (160C).
9
Have lightly greased baking sheets ready.
10
Roll out one piece of dough at a time on a lightly floured surface or between sheets of floured wax to 13 inch thickness.
11
Cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
12
Place on baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
13
Bake until golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
14
Transfer to wire racks to cool.
15
For icing, mix egg white and almond extract in small bowl until frothy.
16
Stir in confectioners' sugar until mixture is a drizzling consistency.
17
Drizzle over cookies or decorate cookies with icing.
18
Let stand until icing sets.
19
Store covered.

1195

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter or, margarine, softened, 1 1/4 cups sugar granulated, 1 each eggs, 2 tablespoons corn syrup, dark, and more.

Yes, Christmas Ginger Cookies with Almond Frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!