Deliciously Spiced Ginger Cookies
These Deliciously Spiced Ginger Cookies are a delightful treat your entire family will love! With my daughter as my little helper, we discovered this easy recipe that’s not only fast to prepare but also egg-free, making it an ideal choice for various dietary needs. You can have endless fun decorating them to your heart's content—think vibrant pink edible glitter, colorful hundred-and-thousands, or leave them plain for a classic appeal. The dough is versatile, allowing you and your little ones to create different shapes and sizes. Every batch brings joy, laughter, and tasty moments that we cherish. Found in 'The Great Big Cookie Book' by Hilaire Walden, this cookie recipe is perfect for budding bakers looking to have fun in the kitchen!
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
soft brown sugar
2/3 cup
soft margarine
1/2 cup
salt
1 pinch
vanilla essence
2 drops ((or a few drops to taste))
whole wheat flour
1 1/4 cups ((or wholemeal plain flour for Australian recipes))
cocoa powder
1 tablespoon ((sifted))
ground ginger
2 teaspoons
milk
a small splash ((optional, for binding the dough))
glace icing
((for decoration))
glace cherries
((for decoration))
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F or Gas Mark 5). Grease a baking sheet to ensure the cookies won’t stick.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the soft brown sugar, margarine, salt, and vanilla essence. Beat until the mixture is very soft and light.
3
Gradually incorporate the whole wheat flour, sifted cocoa powder, and ground ginger. Add a small splash of milk if the dough feels too dry and needs binding. Knead the mixture lightly on a floured surface until it’s smooth and pliable.
4
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5 mm (1/4 inch). Use floured biscuit cutters to stamp out various shapes, then arrange them on the greased baking sheet.
5
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are firm and lightly golden. Let them cool on the baking sheets until they are firm enough to move, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
6
Once cooled, unleash your creativity by decorating with glace icing and topping with pieces of glace cherries or any decorative elements you desire.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Deliciously Spiced Ginger Cookies?
They are a delightful, easy-to-prepare, and egg-free treat perfect for families and budding bakers.
Are these ginger cookies egg-free?
Yes, this recipe is completely egg-free, making it ideal for various dietary needs.
What is the source of this recipe?
This recipe is found in 'The Great Big Cookie Book' by Hilaire Walden.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F or Gas Mark 5).
How long do the cookies need to bake?
The cookies should be baked for 10 to 15 minutes until they are firm and lightly golden.
What type of flour is used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 1 1/4 cups of whole wheat flour (or wholemeal plain flour).
What should I do if the dough is too dry?
If the dough feels too dry and needs binding, add a small splash of milk.
How thick should I roll out the dough?
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 5 mm (1/4 inch).
What is the best way to prepare the baking sheet?
Grease the baking sheet to ensure the cookies do not stick.
How much ground ginger is required?
The recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of ground ginger.
Is there cocoa powder in these ginger cookies?
Yes, the recipe includes 1 tablespoon of sifted cocoa powder.
What type of sugar is used for these cookies?
The recipe uses 2/3 cup of soft brown sugar.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Cream together the soft brown sugar, soft margarine, salt, and vanilla essence until the mixture is very soft and light.
How do I ensure the dough is smooth?
Knead the mixture lightly on a floured surface until it is smooth and pliable.
How should I cut the cookie shapes?
Use floured biscuit cutters to stamp out various shapes from the rolled dough.
How should the cookies be cooled?
Let them cool on the baking sheets until firm enough to move, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
What are some decoration ideas for these cookies?
You can use glace icing, glace cherries, vibrant pink edible glitter, or colorful hundred-and-thousands.
How much margarine is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of soft margarine.
Can kids help make these cookies?
Yes, it is a kid-friendly recipe that is perfect for budding bakers to have fun in the kitchen.
Is vanilla used in this recipe?
Yes, add 2 drops of vanilla essence, or a few drops to taste.
Is salt included in the ingredients?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added during the creaming stage.
What texture should the cookies have after baking?
The cookies should be firm and lightly golden.
Can the dough be made into different shapes?
Yes, the dough is versatile, allowing for various shapes and sizes.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 ingredients in total, including items for decoration.
What is the purpose of the milk in the recipe?
Milk is an optional ingredient used for binding the dough if it is too dry.
Do I need to sift any ingredients?
Yes, the cocoa powder should be sifted before being added to the mixture.
Is this recipe fast to prepare?
Yes, the description notes that the recipe is fast to prepare.
What should I use to garnish the glace icing?
The instructions suggest topping the icing with pieces of glace cherries.
Can I leave the cookies plain?
Yes, they can be left plain for a classic appeal if you prefer not to decorate them.
What is the role of the soft margarine?
It is creamed with sugar to provide the fat content and structure for the cookie dough.