Joy Of Cooking Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Joy Of Cooking Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup molasses; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup water

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
3 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup water

1
Pre-heat oven to 350.
2
Beat softened butter and sugar until creamy.
3
Beat in molasses.
4
Combine the dry ingredients.
5
Add the dry mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the water.
6
On a floured surface, roll the dough to your preferred thickness (recipe makes 8-16 cookies).
7
Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies.
8
Place on a lightly greased cookie sheet.
9
Bake for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness.
10
If desired, mix 1/4 cup powdered sugar with a few drops of water and food colouring to make icing, and decorate when cool.

591

kcal

Calories

Fat

108

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup molasses, 3 1/2 cups flour, and more.

Yes, Joy Of Cooking 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.

Joy Of Cooking Gingerbread Cookies

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