For a richer flavor, use dark molasses. Ensure the shortening is cooled slightly before mixing to prevent cooking the egg. Chilling the dough is crucial for easy handling and prevents the cookies from spreading too much during baking. Experiment with different spices like cardamom or star anise for a unique twist. Store decorated cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Kim's Gingerbread Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME3 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING72 People
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VIEWS982
Capture the magic of the holidays with these exquisitely spiced Gingerbread Cookies. A time-honored recipe, perfected for a delightful balance of warmth and sweetness, these cookies are sure to become a cherished tradition.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Cholesterol3 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium24 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the melted and slightly cooled shortening, molasses, brown sugar, water, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. (3-4 minutes). Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Divide the dough into thirds, shape each portion into a 1 1/2-inch thick disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours. (10 minutes + 3 hours refrigeration)
03 Step
Recipe View Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (15 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough at a time to a 1/4-inch thickness. Use cookie cutters to create your desired shapes. Place the cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. (20 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Bake for 10-12 minutes in the preheated oven, rotating the baking sheets halfway through for even baking. The cookies should look dry but remain soft to the touch. (10-12 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Transfer the baked cookies from the baking sheets to wire racks to cool completely. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Once cooled, decorate the cookies as desired with your favorite frosting and embellishments. (Varies)
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Edwin Marvin
Apr 4, 2025The spices in these cookies are so warming and delicious! My kids loved decorating them, and they tasted amazing.
Waino Will
Dec 30, 2022I've tried many gingerbread cookie recipes, and this one is by far the best. The dough was easy to work with, and the cookies held their shape beautifully.
Francisca Goyette
Nov 10, 2022These gingerbread cookies were a hit at my holiday party! The recipe was easy to follow, and the cookies came out perfectly spiced and chewy.