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Granny's Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies

Granny's Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies for Cozy Festivities

Experience the warm nostalgia of Granny's Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cookies, perfect for festive gatherings and cozy evenings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 39 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and moisture
  • 1 cup brown sugar Provides sweetness and caramel-like flavor
  • 1/2 cup light or fancy molasses Sweetens and contributes to deep flavor
  • 1/2 cup hot coffee Can be replaced with hot water
  • 4 cups all-purpose (or gluten-free) flour Forms essential cookie structure
  • 1 tablespoon ginger Adds warmth and flavor
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon Adds warmth and flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg Adds warmth and flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar Stabilizes dough
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together
For the Fillings
  • 1 jar raspberry jam Offers a fruity burst
  • 1 jar chocolate spread Brings a sweet and creamy layer

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • Sturdy spatula or wooden spoon
  • Plastic Wrap
  • cookie cutters
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1/2 cup of syrup over medium heat. Stir continuously until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Dissolve 1 teaspoon of baking soda in 1/2 cup of hot coffee and stir until fully dissolved.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of ginger, 1 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cream of tartar.
  4. Pour the cooled butter-sugar mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a loose dough forms.
  5. Allow the dough to cool for 5 minutes, then incorporate 1 beaten egg.
  6. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 12 hours, up to 5 days.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  8. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick, cut into desired shapes, and arrange on baking sheets.
  9. Bake cookies for 7-9 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
  10. Once cooled, fill half of the cookies with jam or chocolate spread and sandwich them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Allow the dough to rest for at least 12 hours for enhanced flavors. Avoid over-flouring while mixing.

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