Save 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 brings a joyful holiday experience inviting everyone to decorate gingerbread people creatively.
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
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl whisk together flour ginger cinnamon cloves nutmeg baking soda and salt.
- Cream Butter Mixture:
- In a large bowl cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy Add egg molasses and vanilla mix until combined.
- Form Dough:
- 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.
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll and Cut:
- Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness Use gingerbread people cookie cutters to cut shapes place on prepared sheets.
- Bake:
- Bake 10 12 minutes or until edges are set Cool on baking sheets 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Royal Icing:
- Whisk powdered sugar and meringue powder Add water gradually to reach piping consistency Divide and tint with food coloring as desired.
- Arrange Decorating Station:
- Arrange cookies bowls of icing and assorted candies on a large board or platter.
- Decorate Cookies:
- Invite everyone to decorate their own gingerbread people with icing and candies!
Save A wonderful family activity that creates lasting holiday memories full of sweetness and creativity.
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)
Save With these tips your gingerbread decorating experience will be fun and successful every time.
Recipe FAQ
- → What spices are used in the gingerbread dough?
The dough includes ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg for a warm, festive flavor.
- → How do I achieve the right consistency for royal icing?
Whisk powdered sugar and meringue powder, then gradually add water until you reach a smooth, pipeable texture suitable for decorating.
- → Can I customize the colors of the icing?
Yes, the icing can be tinted with various food color gels such as red, green, blue, and yellow to match any festive theme.
- → How should I store the decorated cookies?
Store undecorated cookies in an airtight container for up to one week. Decorated cookies last best when displayed and consumed shortly after decorating.
- → Are there alternatives to meringue powder for royal icing?
You can substitute one egg white for meringue powder, ensuring safe handling practices to avoid contamination.