These gingerbread cookies are perfect for the festive season—spicy, aromatic, and so fun to decorate! They’re a crowd-pleaser that adds warmth and joy to any holiday gathering.
What You’ll Need:
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup white sugar
- ¼ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
- 2 tsp mixed spices (or ground ginger)
- 2 tsp baking soda
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
How to Make Them:
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine honey, sugars, cinnamon, and mixed spices. Stir gently until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat, add the baking soda, and stir for a couple of minutes. Let it cool slightly.
Transfer the cooled mixture into a large bowl and stir in the butter until melted and incorporated. Crack in the egg and mix until smooth. Gradually add the flour, stirring bit by bit until everything comes together into a dough.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Chill it in the fridge for 1-2 hours—this step is essential to allow the dough to firm up, making it easier to roll out.
Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about ¼ inch thick. Use cookie cutters to cut out fun holiday shapes like stars, hearts, or gingerbread men.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the cut-out cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake them for 7-9 minutes, or until the edges begin to turn golden brown.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled completely, decorate with your favorite icing, candies, or sprinkles!
