Description
Warm, spiced, and beautifully decorated, these Christmas gingerbread cookies are a festive treat that brings joy to any holiday gathering. With a rich flavor profile and charming shapes, they are perfect for sharing with loved ones or enjoying solo alongside a steaming cup of cocoa. Easy to make even for novice bakers, this recipe captures the magic of the season in every bite.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup dark molasses
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- Royal icing for decoration
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until a crumbly dough forms.
- Add molasses and egg; mix until fully combined into a slightly sticky dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about ¼ inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft; cool completely before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg