Pin It A festive and interactive cookie kit featuring soft gingerbread cookies colorful icings and assorted candies perfect for holiday gatherings or creative baking fun
This kit reminded me of joyful holiday afternoons spent with family decorating cookies and sharing laughs
Ingredients
- Gingerbread Cookies: 2 3/4 cups (345 g) all-purpose flour 1 tbsp ground ginger 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/2 tsp ground cloves 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt 3/4 cup (170 g) unsalted butter softened 2/3 cup (130 g) dark brown sugar packed 1 large egg 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsulfured molasses 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Royal Icing: 2 cups (240 g) powdered sugar sifted 2 tbsp meringue powder 3 4 tbsp water Food coloring gels (red green blue yellow as desired)
- Decorations: Assorted candies (mini chocolate chips sprinkles candy eyes mini M&Ms gumdrops etc)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl whisk together flour ginger cinnamon cloves nutmeg baking soda and salt
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy Add egg molasses and vanilla mix until combined
- Step 3:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixing until a soft dough forms Divide in half flatten into disks wrap in plastic and chill for at least 1 hour
- Step 4:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Line baking sheets with parchment paper
- Step 5:
- Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness Use gingerbread people cookie cutters to cut shapes place on prepared sheets
- Step 6:
- Bake 10 12 minutes or until edges are set Cool on baking sheets 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool completely
- Step 7:
- For royal icing whisk powdered sugar and meringue powder Add water gradually to reach piping consistency Divide and tint with food coloring as desired
- Step 8:
- Arrange cookies bowls of icing and assorted candies on a large board or platter
- Step 9:
- Invite everyone to decorate their own gingerbread people with icing and candies
Pin It This activity always brings out smiles and creativity in my family making holiday memories even sweeter
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer Rolling pin Gingerbread people cookie cutters Baking sheets Parchment paper Cooling rack Icing piping bags or squeeze bottles Spatulas
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (gluten) eggs and dairy (butter) Some candies may contain nuts or soy always check ingredient labels
Nutritional Information
Calories 225 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 38 g Protein 2 g per decorated cookie estimated
Pin It Enjoy decorating your gingerbread people and making festive memories with loved ones every year
Recipe FAQs
- → What spices are used in the gingerbread cookies?
The cookies combine ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg to create a warm, festive flavor.
- → How can I adjust the cookie texture?
Bake for 10 minutes for softer cookies or up to 12 minutes for crisper edges.
- → What ingredients make the royal icing?
Royal icing is made with powdered sugar, meringue powder, and water, then tinted with food coloring for vibrant decorating.
- → How should decorated cookies be stored?
Store undecorated cookies in an airtight container for up to one week to maintain freshness.
- → Are there allergen concerns to keep in mind?
These include wheat, eggs, dairy, and some candies may contain nuts or soy, so ingredient labels should be checked carefully.
- → Can meringue powder be substituted?
You can replace meringue powder with one egg white, ensuring it is handled safely for consumption.