Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 7 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1/3 cup solid vegetable shortening; 1 1/2 cups dark molasses; 2/3 cup cold water

Servings: persons

7 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/3 cup solid vegetable shortening
1 1/2 cups dark molasses
2/3 cup cold water

1
In large bowl, combine first 7 ingredients, and mix well.
2
Set aside.
3
In large mixing bowl beat together with electric mixer on medium speed the sugar and shortening until fluffy; add the molasses and water, mixing well.
4
Stir in the flour mixture until just mixed.
5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease baking sheets.
7
Roll about 1/4 of the dough 1/4-inch thick on lightly floured surface.
8
Cut with a floured gingerbread cutter or other shaped cutters.
9
Place about 2-inches apart on baking sheets.
10
Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until no indentation remains when touched.
11
Transfer to wire racks to cool.
12
Decorate with colored frosting, sugar and candies as desired.

978

kcal

Calories

Fat

215

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 7 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon 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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