Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

Christmas Cookies with my Toddler | Iceland Family Life

Login to Save
Sonia Nicolson
Sonia Nicolson
1 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow Sonia Nicolson to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Gingerbread Cookies

Cultural Context

Gingerbread cookies have a long history in American holiday traditions, often associated with Christmas. They are typically decorated with icing and candies, making them a festive treat. The practice of baking gingerbread dates back to ancient times, but the modern cookie form became popular in the 19th century. Today, they are enjoyed not only as a dessert but also as a fun activity for families during the holiday season.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
24 servings
Servings4
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons ginger
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup brown sugar
3/4 cup molasses
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup butter
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

More nutritious option.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

Lower glycemic index.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Healthier fat option or budget-friendly alternative.

1

Roll out the cookie dough.

2

Cut out shapes using a Christmas tree cutter.

3

Place the cookies on a baking tray.

4

Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius (about 350°F).

5

Bake for about 10 minutes.

6

Let the cookies cool before icing them.

7

Decorate the cookies with white icing and colored icing.

Cooking Techniques

mixingrollingcuttingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking tray

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Gingerbread MenSpiced Cookies

More Gingerbread Cookies Videos

(24 videos)

Similar American Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Desserts From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)