Ingredients for Gingerbread Ornaments
- 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter
- Salt
- Baking Soda
- Brown Sugar
- Cinnamon
- 1/4 cup (60ml) molasses
- Ginger
- Egg
- Flour
- Baking Powder
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How to Make Gingerbread Ornaments
- Cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter, 1/2 cup (100g) packed brown sugar, and 1/4 cup (60ml) molasses until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in 1 large egg yolk.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the chilled dough to 1/8 inch thickness.
- Use Christmas cookie cutters or a knife to cut out your desired shapes.
- Carefully transfer the ornaments to ungreased baking sheets.
- In a small bowl, lightly beat 1 large egg white with a teaspoon of water. Brush the ornaments lightly with the egg wash.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden.
- Remove from oven and immediately use a small straw or toothpick to poke a hole about 1 inch from the top of each ornament before they cool completely.
- Let the ornaments cool completely on a wire rack.
- Once completely cool, decorate your gingerbread ornaments with icing and sprinkles. Thread with gold cord or ribbon for hanging.
- Enjoy your homemade gingerbread ornaments!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
87 g
Sugar
49g
Fat
25g
Carbs
10g