Best 2 Easy Gingerbread Cutouts Recipes

Gingerbread cutouts, with their warm spices and sweet flavors, are a beloved holiday treat. These classic treats are often adorned with colorful icing and festive sprinkles, adding to their appeal. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, creating these delightful cookies can be a fun and rewarding experience. The process of cutting out and decorating the cookies can also be a delightful activity to share with family and friends, making them a perfect choice for holiday gatherings or festive occasions.

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EASY CHOCOLATE GINGERBREAD CUTOUTS

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I have many wonderful memories making these chocolaty cookies with my family during the Christmas season. -Debbie Rowe, Lexington, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 large eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup molasses
1 package chocolate cake mix (regular size)
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
Baking cocoa
Raisins
Vanilla frosting and Red-Hots

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat eggs, oil and molasses until well blended. In another bowl, whisk cake mix, flour and ginger; gradually beat into egg mixture., Shape dough into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 3-4 hours or until firm enough to roll., Preheat oven to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-1/2-in. gingerbread man cookie cutter. Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Press raisins into cookies for eyes., Bake 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate with frosting and candies as desired.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY GINGERBREAD CUTOUTS

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"I rely on this tried-and-true recipe during the holidays," relates Sandy McKenzie of Braham, Minnesota. "The cream cheese frosting complements the cookies' gingery flavor and sets up nicely for easy packaging and stacking."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/3 cup canola oil
1/3 cup molasses
2 teaspoons ground ginger
3/4 cup canned cream cheese frosting, slightly warmed
Red Hots

Steps:

In a bowl, combine the cake mix, flour, eggs, oil, molasses and ginger until well blended. Refrigerate for 30 minutes or until easy to handle. , On a floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with lightly floured 5-in. cookie cutters. Place 3 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until edges are firm and bottom is lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Decorate with cream cheese frosting and Red Hots as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavour. This is especially import for items like ginger and molasses, which are the stars of the show in gingerbread cookies.
Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before you start. Using cold butter will make the dough difficult to mix, and using cold eggs can make the dough too tough.
Don't overmix the dough; this will make the cookies tough. Mix until the ingredients are just combined.
Chill the dough for at least 2 hours before rolling and baking. This will make it easier to work with and will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to prevent it from sticking. Use a rolling pin that is at least 12 inches long to make it easier to roll out the dough evenly.
Cut out the cookies using a sharp cookie cutter. Make sure to flour the cookie cutter before each use to prevent the dough from sticking.
Bake the cookies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. This will help to prevent the cookies from sticking to the pan and will make them easier to remove.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before decorating. This will help to prevent the cookies from breaking.

Conclusion:

Gingerbread cookies are a classic holiday treat that can be enjoyed by the whole family. These easy gingerbread cutouts are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. With a few simple ingredients, you can create delicious and festive treats that will be loved by everyone.