Holiday Gingerbread Cutouts
Holiday Gingerbread Cutouts: A Festive Treat for the Holidays
Looking for a delicious and festive treat to make this holiday season? Look no further than these Holiday Gingerbread Cutouts! These delicious cookies are perfect for sharing with friends and family, and are sure to be a hit at any holiday gathering.
To make these delicious cookies, you will need the following ingredients:
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 3/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
To begin, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. Add in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Divide the dough into two equal portions, and wrap each in plastic wrap. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/4 inch. Use cookie cutters to cut out your desired shapes, and place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
These Holiday Gingerbread Cutouts are the perfect treat for any holiday gathering. They are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of spice and sweetness. Serve them with a glass of milk or a cup of hot cocoa for the ultimate holiday treat.
Type: Festive Cookies
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Dark brown sugar
- Molasses
Cooking Tips:
- Chill the dough for at least 2 hours before rolling it out to make it easier to work with.
- Use cookie cutters in a variety of shapes to make your cookies even more festive.
- Don't overbake the cookies - they should be lightly golden brown around the edges, but still soft and chewy in the middle.
