Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe Recipe

Name: Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. shortening; 1/4 c. water; 3/4 teaspoon ginger; 1/2 c. sugar; 2 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 teaspoon soda; 1/2 c. molasses; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/8 teaspoon allspice

Servings: persons

1
Cream shortening and sugar.
2
Blend in remaining ingredients.
3
Cover.
4
Refrigerate2-3 hrs.
5
Heat oven to 375 degrees.
6
Roll dough 1/4 inch thick on lightly floured cloth-covered board.
7
Cut into desired shapes.
8
Place on ungreased baking sheet.
9
Bake 10-12 min.
10
Immediately remove from baking sheet.
11
Cold.
12
Use pastry or possibly basting brush to brush excess flour off back of cookie.
13
Decorate as desired.

663

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

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: 1/2 c. shortening, 1/4 c. water, 3/4 teaspoon ginger, 1/2 c. sugar, and more.

Yes, Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe 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.

Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

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