Christmas Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Christmas Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: First bowl; 2/3 cup shortening; 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 pinch salt; 3/4 cup molasses; Second bowl; 1 large egg; 3 cups flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda

Servings: persons

First bowl
2/3 cup shortening
1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 pinch salt
3/4 cup molasses
Second bowl
1 large egg
3 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda

1
Mix first bowl ingredients together until it becomes a creamy brown batter.
2
Sift second bowl ingredients; add to the wet batter a little at a time.
3
Mix together until it becomes a crumby dough.
4
Make the dough into a ball and chill for an hour.
5
When ready, cover the dough in flour and place on a heavy floured surface.
6
Knead dough with the palms of your hand and roll it out.
7
Cut into desired shapes.
8
Cook for 10-15 minute until golden brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: First bowl, 2/3 cup shortening, 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Christmas Gingerbread Cookies 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.

Christmas Gingerbread Cookies

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