Rezept: Ingwer Plätzchen / Kekse - Plätzchen backen zu Weihnachten - Food Adventskalender #02

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being dairy-free.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.

In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.

Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Prepare icing by mixing powdered sugar with water and food coloring if desired.

Decorate cooled cookies with icing and sprinkles as desired.

Cooking Techniques

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