RCI-BR.005.0007.001
Crispy Gingerbread Cookies
Desserts This recipe makes that are used for gingerbread men. To keep the cookies crisp, store them
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- (~160g) packed light brown sugar2/3 cup
- (~160g) molasses2/3 cup
- ginger1 teaspoon
- cinnamon1 teaspoon
- salt1/2 teaspoon
- (1/2 tablespoon) baking soda1 1/2 teaspoon
- (~160g) butter2/3 cup
- egg1 unit
- (1 quart) flour4 cups
Method
1
Put sugar, molasses, spices and salt into large saucepan.
2
Bring to boil and remove from heat.
3
Add the baking soda and butter and stir until butter melts.
4
Quickly stir in egg, and then add flour. Mix well.
5
Chill for several hours until firm enough to roll.
6
Preheat oven to 325°F (170°C)
7
Roll out until thin on lightly floured surface.
8
Cut with cookie cutters and place on cookie sheet sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
9
Cook for about 15 minutes at 325°F (170°C) and cool on racks.
10
Cookies can be decorated with royal icing.