Mini Gingerbread Cookies
Mini Gingerbread Cut Out Cookies: A Bite-Sized Holiday Delight
Celebrate the festive season with a touch of gingerbread magic! Our Homemade Mini Gingerbread Cut Out Cookies are not just cookies; they’re bite-sized pieces of holiday joy. These tiny delights are adorned with classic gingerbread spices, creating a symphony of warmth and sweetness in every mini bite. Join us in the kitchen as we embark on a journey to create these adorable and delicious treats.
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Ingredients Needed:
- All-purpose flour
- Butter, softened
- Sugar, packed
- Molasses
- Egg
- Vanilla extract
- Icing (optional)
The Cookie Adventure:
Embark on a delightful journey to create these mini wonders:
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gingerbread-scented wonderland.
2. Creamy Butter & Sugar:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, egg, vanilla, and sugar until light and fluffy. This is the base of your cookie dough masterpiece.
3. Flour Fusion:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be cautious not to overmix; you want the dough to be just combined.
4. Creating the rich gingerbread dough:
Add the molasses to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined. Molasses brings a rich, deep flavor to your gingerbread cookies.
5. Chill & Roll:
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
6. Cut Out Magic:
Use mini gingerbread cookie cutters to cut out adorable shapes from the rolled-out dough. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each.
7. Bake & Aroma Wonderland:
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Your kitchen will be filled with the enchanting aroma of gingerbread.
8. Cool & Decorate:
Allow the mini gingerbread cut out cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, you can add a few touches of charm with white icing, like a smiley face or decorated feet and arms.Â
Welcome to the magical world of holiday baking, where each bite-sized treat is a celebration of warmth and sweetness. In our latest kitchen adventure, we’ve crafted Homemade Mini Gingerbread Cut Out Cookies—a delightful addition to your festive repertoire.
As you enter the kitchen, the air is filled with the comforting scent of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses—the classic spices that make gingerbread a beloved holiday tradition.
The process begins with a ballet of flour and spices, creating a harmonious ensemble that sets the stage for the cookie adventure.
Creamy butter and brown sugar waltz together, forming the base of your cookie dough masterpiece. The addition of molasses brings depth and richness, while the dance of the egg and vanilla extract adds a touch of sweetness. The dough, like a soft melody, comes together with the flour ensemble, creating a canvas for your gingerbread cutouts.
Chilled and rolled, the dough transforms into a wonderland of mini shapes. As these tiny delights bake, your kitchen becomes an aroma wonderland, inviting everyone to the heart of holiday cheer.
The final act is the decorating dance. Allow the mini gingerbread cut out cookies to cool, and, if you wish, dust them with a sprinkle of icing sugar, turning each cookie into a snowy masterpiece.
These bite-sized wonders are not just cookies; they are a celebration of joy, a reminder of traditions, and a delightful treat to share with loved ones. Whether you enjoy them with a cup of hot cocoa by the fireplace or share them at festive gatherings, our Homemade Mini Gingerbread Cut Out Cookies are a testament to the magic of the holiday season.
Notes:
- Get creative with your cookie cutters; try different mini shapes to add variety to your gingerbread wonderland.
- If you want to add a festive touch, consider decorating the cookies with royal icing or edible glitter.
- These mini gingerbread cut out cookies make wonderful edible gifts. Package them in festive boxes or jars tied with ribbons for a thoughtful holiday treat.
- Link to cookie cutter: Amazon.com: R&M International 0 Christmas 2″ Pastry/Cookie/Fondant Stampers, Tree, Snowman, Gingerbread Boy, Ornament, 4-Piece Set: Home & Kitchen
Mini Gingerbread Cookies
Mini Gingerbread Cut Out Cookies: A Bite-Sized Holiday Delight
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 Sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 TBSP vanilla extract
- Icing (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper. Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gingerbread-scented wonderland.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, egg, vanilla, and sugar until light and fluffy. This is the base of your cookie dough masterpiece.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be cautious not to overmix; you want the dough to be just combined.
- Add the molasses to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined. Molasses brings a rich, deep flavor to your gingerbread cookies.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Once chilled, roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Use mini gingerbread cookie cutters to cut out adorable shapes from the rolled-out dough. Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Your kitchen will be filled with the enchanting aroma of gingerbread.
- Allow the mini gingerbread cut out cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cooled, you can add a few touches of charm with white icing, like a smiley face or decorated feet and arms.
