Gingerbread Cookies
A sturdy spiced dough that holds its shape for cutting and decorating. Half the point is the baking; the other half is everyone around the table with icing.
- prep
- 20 min
- cook
- 10 min
- total
- 30 min
- serves
- 24
- level
- medium
A sturdy spiced dough that holds its shape for cutting and decorating. Half the point is the baking; the other half is everyone around the table with icing.
method
Beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy, then add the egg and molasses and mix well.
Whisk the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
Roll the dough to about ¼ inch on a floured surface, cut out shapes, and place them on the sheets.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are firm. Cool a few minutes on the sheet, then move to a wire rack.
Once cool, decorate with royal icing and candies.