Gingerbread Cookies Royal Icing (Print)
Festive gingerbread cookies with royal icing, ideal for holidays and creative decorating.
# Ingredients:
→ For the cookies
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon ground ginger
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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½ teaspoon ground cloves
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½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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¾ cup brown sugar
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1 large egg
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½ cup molasses
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For the royal icing
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2 cups powdered sugar
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1 large egg white or 2 tablespoons meringue powder
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2 tablespoons water
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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1-2 tablespoons water as needed
# Directions:
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In a bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
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Mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
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Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut into circles or holiday shapes and place on a baking sheet.
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Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set. Let cool completely.
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Beat powdered sugar, egg white, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add water as needed for piping consistency.