GINGERBREAD CUTOUT CHRISTMAS COOKIES

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Turn your cookie platter into a winter wonderland. One classic gingerbread boy cookie cutter can make a big batch of Christmas characters. -Donna Sasser Hinds, Milwaukie, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h20m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup molasses
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 egg, lightly beaten
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
REINDEER DECORATIONS:
Ganache Icing (see below), green decorating icing, colored sprinkles, Tiny White Mighty Mint candies and red M&M's Minis
ELF DECORATIONS:
Ganache Icing (see below), white and black decorating icings, red and green Fruit Roll-Ups, holly berry quins, AirHeads Xtremes Sour Belt candies, red jimmies and yellow M&M's Minis
SANTA DECORATIONS:
Canned vanilla frosting, vanilla frosting tinted with red food coloring, black decorating icing, red-colored sugar, red nonpareils, snowflake sprinkles, white large dot quins, black licorice twists, white sugar pearls and yellow diamond-shaped sprinkles

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the butter, sugar, molasses and vinegar; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Remove from the heat; cool to lukewarm. Stir in egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt; stir into molasses mixture to form a soft dough., Divide dough into thirds. Shape each portion into a disk; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until easy to handle., On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-1/2-in. gingerbread boy cookie cutter. Place on greased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-9 minutes or until edges are firm. Remove to wire racks; cool completely. Decorate as desired.

Nutrition Facts :

Sasha Karen Simba
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Umer Altaf
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These cookies were a huge hit at my holiday party. Everyone loved them! They're the perfect festive cookie for any occasion.


Fawzi Qishtah
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I'm not a big fan of gingerbread, but these cookies were surprisingly good. They were soft and chewy, with a nice balance of spices. I'd definitely recommend them.


Nhlonipho Silo
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These cookies were delicious! I loved the combination of spices and the chewy texture. I'll definitely be making these again.


Prince Adivhaho
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These cookies were a bit too dry for my taste, but they still had a nice gingerbread flavor. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Jazmin Gutierrez
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I've tried this recipe twice now and both times the cookies have turned out perfectly. They're the perfect balance of soft and chewy, and the gingerbread flavor is spot-on.


jebill_smart ibrahim
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These cookies were easy to make and they tasted delicious! I would definitely recommend them.


Xristyann Croffer
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out great! They're soft and chewy, with a nice gingerbread flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


BLUE Herox
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These cookies were a little too spicy for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're definitely a good choice for a festive holiday cookie.


Diya tydd
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I've made these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're the perfect holiday cookie: festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Saad is rooz
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These cookies were so easy to make and they turned out perfect! They're soft and chewy, with just the right amount of spice. I'll definitely be making these again.


Kara Andrews
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These gingerbread cookies were a hit! They were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The kids loved decorating them, and they tasted delicious. I'll definitely be making these again next year.