Ingredients for Special Gingerbread Cookies
- All Purpose Flour
- Ground Ginger
- Ground Cloves
- Ground Cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- Brown Sugar
- 1 cup molasses OR 1 cup pure dark cane syrup
- Vanilla
- 2 large eggs
- Orange Zest
- Lemon Zest
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How to Make Special Gingerbread Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses (or dark cane syrup).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Stir in the orange and lemon zest.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy! These cookies are delicious on their own or with a glass of milk.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
40g
Fat
15g
Carbs
8g
