Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter; 1-1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 egg; 2 tsp. ginger; 1 cup dark molasses; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 2 tbsp. vinegar; 1 tsp. ground cloves; 5 cups all-purpose flour; 2 egg whites; 2-1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1/4 cup light corn syrup; Food colors assortment

Servings: persons

1 cup butter
1-1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 egg
2 tsp. ginger
1 cup dark molasses
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. ground cloves
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 egg whites
2-1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
Food colors assortment

1
Cream butter; add sugar gradually.
2
Beat in egg, molasses and vinegar.
3
Blend in sifted dry ingredients.
4
Chill.
5
Roll 1/8 to 1/4-inch thick on floured surface.
6
Cut into desired shapes.
7
Place on greased cookie sheets; decorate before baking, or frost when cool with frosting.
8
Bake at 375F 5 to 15 minutes, depending on size and thickness of cookie.
9
Frosting: Beat egg whites until they hold a soft peak.
10
Add sugar gradually, and beat until sugar is dissolved, and frosting stands in peaks.
11
Add syrup, and beat 1 minute.
12
Divide frosting into small portions.
13
Color each amount as desired with food colors.
14
Add a few drops of water if thinner frosting is needed.
15
Keep well covered when not in use.

1466

kcal

Calories

Fat

220

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.

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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, 1-1/2 tsp. baking soda, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, 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.

Gingerbread Cookies

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