Mom's Pepparkakor (Gingerbread Cookies) Recipe

Name: Mom's Pepparkakor (Gingerbread Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup molasses; 1 egg; 2 tablespoons vinegar; 5 cups flour; 3 teaspoons grated gingerroot; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ cup shortening; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 lb powdered sugar; 4 tablespoons milk

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1 egg
2 tablespoons vinegar
5 cups flour
3 teaspoons grated gingerroot
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup shortening
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 lb powdered sugar
4 tablespoons milk

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Beat in molasses, egg and vinegar.
3
Stir flour with ginger, soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt.
4
Blend into batter.
5
Chill for 3 hours.
6
On lightly floured surface, roll dough to at least 0.125 inch thickness.
7
Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutter.
8
Place one inch apart on greased cookie sheet.
9
Bake at 375 for 5-6 minutes.
10
Cool slightly; remove cookies to rack and cool.
11
Mix shortening, vanilla, powdered sugar and milk.
12
Drizzle over cookies.

1234

kcal

Calories

Fat

280

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 shortening, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup molasses, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Mom's Pepparkakor (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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mom's Pepparkakor (Gingerbread Cookies)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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