Gingerbread cookies
Gingerbread cookies transcend being merely a sweet indulgence; they serve as a symbol of the Christmas season, evoking feelings of warmth, nostalgia, and the delightful essence of winter holidays. Infused with an aromatic blend of spices and crafted into charming shapes, these Christmas gingerbread cookies hold a special place in our hearts, capturing the enchantment of the holidays. Baking and decorating gingerbread cookies for Christmas is more than a tradition; it’s a joyful, creative, and heartwarming experience that unites family wishes during this most wonderful time of the year.
Ingredients
For the Christmas gingerbread cookies:
- 290 g flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 25 g cocoa
- 60 g butter (room temperature)
- 130 g honey
- 50 g brown sugar
- 2 heaped spoons of gingerbread spice
- ⅓ finely grated orange peel
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 50 ml sour cream (30% fat)
- Cooking time - 20 min.
- Waiting time - 10 - 14 day
- Cooking time - 10 min.
- You will bake 2 full tins of gingerbread cookies
- Author - Chocolate Job
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Gingerbread cookies for Christmas!
1. Combine flour, baking soda, salt, and cocoa in a bowl. Set aside the flour mixture for later use.
2. In another pot, gently heat the butter with honey and brown sugar over low heat. Stir until the ingredients are thoroughly combined and the mixture comes to a boil.
3. Take the pot off the stove and allow it to cool to room temperature.
4. Blend gingerbread spices and finely grated orange peel into the cooled honey mixture, then incorporate a room temperature egg. Mix thoroughly until smooth and uniform.
5. Incorporate sour cream into the mixture, gradually adding the prepared flour mixture.
6. Knead the gingerbread mixture thoroughly; the dough might have a slightly sticky consistency.
7. Place the prepared gingerbread dough in a bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and refrigerate it for 10-14 days to allow it to mature.
Baking gingerbread cookies
1. Preheat the oven to 170°C.
2. Take the matured gingerbread cookie dough out of the refrigerator. Divide it into two portions. Place one portion back in the refrigerator and roll out the other part on a floured surface to a thickness of 0.5 cm.
3. Cut out the desired shapes from the dough and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put the gingerbread cookies in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10 minutes.
4. Repeat this procedure with the remaining gingerbread cookie dough.
5. Once the gingerbread cookies are baked, allow them to cool in the pan.
6. Add the final touch to the Christmas gingerbread cookies by decorating them with melted chocolate or your preferred icing.
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Amazing gingerbread cookies for Christmas!
Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, Christmas gingerbread cookies provide a wonderful opportunity to unleash your creativity and spread the love and joy of the holiday season with your loved ones.
Gingerbread transcends being a delightful teatime treat; it’s a tradition that bridges generations, from adorning the tree to exchanging heartfelt gifts. Symbolizing the joy of giving, sharing, and gathering during the holiday season, gingerbread baking has become an age-old and cherished aspect of festive celebrations.
Collect the ingredients, don your apron, and set out on a heartwarming journey into the realm of Christmas Gingerbread. As you immerse yourself in the delightful aroma and savor the rich, spicy flavors, you’ll not only craft gingerbread cookies but also reminisce about cherished Christmas memories.
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