Citrus Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Citrus Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup sugar; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed; 1 large egg; 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup ground almonds; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons grated orange zest; 1 teaspoon each ground cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves; 1/2 cup honey; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed
1 large egg
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup ground almonds
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon each ground cardamom, ginger, nutmeg, cinnamon and cloves
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons water

1
In a large saucepan, combine sugar, honey and molasses. Bring to a boil; remove from heat. Let stand 20 minutes. Stir in butter; let stand 20 minutes longer.
2
Beat in egg. In another bowl, whisk flour, almonds, baking powder, lemon zest, orange zest and spices; gradually beat into sugar mixture. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight.
3
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. On a lightly floured surface, divide dough into three portions. Roll each portion to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 2-in. tree-shaped cookie cutter. Place 2 in. apart on
4
coated with cooking spray.
5
Bake 7-8 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on pans 1 minute. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. In a small bowl, mix glaze ingredients; brush over cookies. Let stand until set.
6
Dough can be made 2 days in advance. Wrap in plastic and place in a resealable bag. Store in the refrigerator.
7
Freeze undecorated cookies in freezer containers. To use, thaw in covered containers and decorate as directed.

899

kcal

Calories

Fat

149

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup sugar, 1/2 cup honey, 1/2 cup molasses, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed, and more.

Yes, Citrus 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.

Citrus Gingerbread Cookies

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions