Description
This recipe for German gingerbread cookies offers a delightful blend of spices and sweetness. Perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add honey, egg, and vanilla to the butter mixture. Mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into desired shapes and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until slightly firm.
- Let cool before icing with powdered sugar mixed with water.
Notes
- Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
- Substitute honey with maple syrup for a vegan version.
- Adjust spices to your taste for a milder flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: German gingerbread cookies, holiday baking, festive treats