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Festive Gingerbread Wreath Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread Wreath Cookies

Festive cookies shaped like wreaths, infused with warm gingerbread spices, perfect for holiday baking.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • For decoration: green food coloring for icing, red candy sprinkles

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in molasses and egg until well combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  5. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
  8. Cut out wreath shapes using a cookie cutter and place on prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm.
  10. Cool completely on wire racks, then decorate with green icing and red sprinkles.

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For a softer texture, avoid overbaking.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Protein: 2g