Festive Gingerbread Delight Cookies
These Festive Gingerbread Delight Cookies are a holiday favorite, adapted from the beloved cookbook 'An Edible Christmas.' With their soft and tender texture, these cookies encapsulate the warmth and joy of the festive season. Infused with aromatic spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, they evoke memories of cozy winter days. While these cookies shine with a delicate royal icing glaze, they can also be enjoyed plain for a delightful treat. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or simply indulging in some holiday spirit, this recipe yields about 36 scrumptious cookies, making it ideal for sharing with loved ones. Remember, the joy of baking these cookies is just as important as the final product; so gather your family, roll up your sleeves, and let the delicious scent of gingerbread fill your kitchen!
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Servings
60
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Flour
3 cups (sifted)
Ground ginger
2 teaspoons
Ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon
Ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon
Ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon
Baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
Salt
1/4 teaspoon
Butter
1/2 cup (softened)
Light brown sugar
1/2 cup (packed)
Unsulfured molasses
3/4 cup
Egg
1 large
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set this fragrant mixture aside.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and light brown sugar together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Gradually beat in the unsulfured molasses and the egg, mixing until fully incorporated.
4
Slowly add the flour blend to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
5
Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up.
6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line several baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to approximately 1/4 inch thick. Ensure the dough isn’t rolled too thin to maintain softness.
8
Using cookie cutters, cut out fun shapes from the rolled dough.
9
Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 minutes, or until the edges are just firm to the touch. Be cautious not to overbake, as the cookies will continue to firm up as they cool.
11
After baking, let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before carefully transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
12
If you choose to frost your cookies, prepare your favorite royal icing and decorate as desired before serving.
Nutrition Information
2g
Fat
11g
Carbs
0.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the official name of this cookie recipe?
The recipe is called Festive Gingerbread Delight Cookies.
What inspired this specific gingerbread recipe?
This recipe was adapted from the cookbook 'An Edible Christmas.'
How many cookies does one batch of this recipe produce?
This recipe yields approximately 36 scrumptious cookies.
What is the recommended texture for these gingerbread cookies?
These cookies are designed to have a soft and tender texture.
What are the primary aromatic spices used in this recipe?
The recipe uses ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg.
How long must the dough be refrigerated before baking?
The dough should be refrigerated for at least 4 hours or overnight.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How thick should the dough be rolled out?
The dough should be rolled to approximately 1/4 inch thick to maintain softness.
What is the suggested baking time for these cookies?
Bake the cookies for 8 minutes or until the edges are just firm to the touch.
How many calories are in a single cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 60 calories.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each cookie contains 2g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in one cookie?
There are 11g of carbohydrates per cookie.
How much protein is in a Festive Gingerbread Delight Cookie?
Each cookie provides 0.6g of protein.
What type of molasses should be used?
The recipe calls for unsulfured molasses.
Should the flour be prepared in any special way?
Yes, the flour should be sifted together with the spices, baking soda, and salt.
What type of sugar is best for this recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar.
How should I prepare the butter for mixing?
The butter should be softened before creaming it with the sugar.
Is an egg required for this gingerbread recipe?
Yes, one large egg is used in the dough.
What is the best way to cool the cookies after baking?
Let them cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
How should the baking sheets be prepared?
Line the baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
Can I decorate these cookies with icing?
Yes, you can use your favorite royal icing glaze to decorate them once they are cool.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include gingerbread cookies, holiday cookies, christmas dessert, festive baking, and soft cookies.
How much ginger is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of ground ginger.
Is baking soda or baking powder used for leavening?
This recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
How much flour is needed for the dough?
The recipe requires 3 cups of sifted flour.
Why is it important not to overbake the cookies?
Overbaking will cause the cookies to lose their characteristic softness as they firm up while cooling.
What technique should be used to combine butter and sugar?
Cream them together using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
What should I do if the dough is too soft to roll?
Ensure you have chilled it for the full recommended time (4+ hours) to allow it to firm up.
Can these cookies be served plain?
Yes, they are described as a delightful treat even without icing.
How should the flour be added to the wet ingredients?
Slowly add the flour blend to the butter mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms without overmixing.