Best 3 Gingerbread 3d Cookies 4 Ways Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Gingerbread 3D cookies are a creative and festive treat to enjoy during the holiday season. With four unique ways to decorate them, these cookies are sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you want to make classic gingerbread men, adorable reindeer, festive Christmas trees, or elegant snowflakes, this recipe has something for everyone. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and let your creativity shine as you transform simple gingerbread dough into edible works of art.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GINGERBREAD 3D COOKIES 4 WAYS RECIPE BY TASTY



Gingerbread 3D Cookies 4 Ways Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, brown sugar, molasses, salt, cinnamon, ground ginger, allspice, egg, baking powder, baking soda, flour, powdered sugar, milk, red food coloring, green food coloring

Provided by Alix Traeger

Categories     Bakery Goods

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

¾ cup butter, melted
¾ cup brown sugar
¾ cup molasses
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon allspice
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
3 ½ cups flour
3 cups powdered sugar
6 tablespoons milk
red food coloring
green food coloring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter, brown sugar, molasses, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and allspice until smooth.
  • Whisk in the egg until combined.
  • Fold in the baking powder, baking soda, and half of the flour.
  • Add the rest of the flour until dough comes together.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • Roll out the dough to ¼-inch (6 mm) thickness. Cut into the desired shape using small knife.
  • Take the extra dough and roll out again to ¼-inch (6 mm) thickness. Continue to cut shapes until dough is used. If dough gets too soft, transfer to fridge before rolling out.
  • Transfer shapes to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
  • Carefully transfer the cookies to a baking rack and cool completely.
  • Equally divide the powdered sugar in three bowls.
  • Add two tablespoons of milk to each and whisk until smooth. If too runny add more powdered sugar, if too thick add more milk.
  • Add red food coloring to one bowl and green to the other.
  • Transfer icings to three different piping bags with a thin tip.
  • Decorate the cookies and allow to set before assembling.
  • Fit the cookie pieces into each other to allow the cookies to stand.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 457 calories, Carbohydrate 83 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 54 grams

GINGERBREAD CUTOUT COOKIES



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Our two boys linger around the kitchen when these homemade gingerbread cookies are baking. I make this gingerbread cookie recipe throughout the year using a variety of cookie cutters. —Christy Thelan, Kellogg, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
3/4 cup molasses
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
Vanilla frosting of your choice
Red and green paste food coloring

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate until easy to handle, about 4 hours or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with floured 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake until edges are firm, 8-10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Tint some of the frosting red and some green; leave remaining frosting plain. Decorate cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 77 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 69mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GINGERBREAD COOKIES



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When your friends reach into a tin of these old-fashioned cookies, they're sure to think Grandma baked them! Our Test Kitchen staff came up with this lighter recipe for crunchy gingerbread cookies with lovely icing accents.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1 egg
2 tablespoons white vinegar
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
5 cups confectioners' sugar
5 to 6 tablespoons fat-free milk
Assorted paste food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, beat butter and sugar until crumbly, about 2 minutes. Beat in the molasses, egg and vinegar. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until easy to handle (dough will be sticky)., On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with 4 in. cookie cutters dipped in flour. Using a floured spatula, place cookies 1 in. apart on baking sheets coated with cooking spray. Bake at 375° for 5-6 minutes or until set. Remove to wire racks to cool., For icing, combine confectioners' sugar and milk in bowl. Spread over cooled cookies; let dry completely. If desired, combine paste food coloring and a few drops of water; using a fine brush or the blunt end of a wooden skewer, decorate cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will ensure that your gingerbread cookies turn out delicious.
  • Follow the recipe carefully. Don't substitute ingredients or change the steps, or your cookies may not turn out as expected.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies at the correct temperature. If the oven is too hot, the cookies will burn. If the oven is too cool, the cookies will not cook through.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before decorating. This will help the icing set properly.

Conclusion:

Gingerbread 3D cookies are a fun and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and effort, you can create beautiful and delicious cookies that will impress your friends and family. So get creative and have fun!

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