Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies are a festive treat characterized by warm spices like ginger and cinnamon, with a rich molasses flavor. Perfect for holiday celebrations, these chewy and crunchy cookies can be decorated with raisins or candies, making them a delightful addition to Christmas gatherings or winter baking traditions.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine water, shortening, and butter or margarine in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until well combined.
- Stir in the molasses until the dough is uniform.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
- Cut into shapes using cookie cutters and place on a baking sheet.
- Decorate with raisins or red hot candies as desired.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes or until edges are golden.
- Allow cookies to cool before decorating or serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
881
kcal
44% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).