{"id":32755,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-08T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-cutout-cookies\/"},"modified":"2024-12-08T20:24:45","modified_gmt":"2024-12-09T02:24:45","slug":"gingerbread-cutout-cookies","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-cutout-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Gingerbread Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Gingerbread cookies are one of the most classic cookies to have come Christmastime, and, really, year-round! They&#8217;re loved by many for their warm, spiced molasses flavor, no matter how they&#8217;re cut and decorated. Our gingerbread cookie recipe will set you up for sweet success, whether you prefer cookies shaped like gingerbread buddies, snowflakes, candy canes or Christmas trees. We share all of our best tips and tricks so you can perfect the time-honored tradition.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Make Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<h3>Make the dough<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">First, cream the butter and sugar. Add the egg and molasses, and mix until combined. Then, combine the dry ingredients before adding them to the creamed mixture.<\/p>\n<h3>Chill the dough<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">While it might be tempting, don&#8217;t skip chilling the cookie dough. It helps prevent the cookie dough from spreading too much while baking, and also makes the dough easier to roll out. We recommend refrigerating the gingerbread cookie dough for four hours minimum\u2014although you can keep it in the fridge overnight if you&#8217;d rather bake the next day.<\/p>\n<h3>Cut the cookies, and bake<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">After the cookie dough has chilled in the fridge, roll it out onto a lightly floured surface. Using your preferred cookie cutters, cut and move the unbaked cookies to an ungreased baking sheet. Then bake, cool and decorate!<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Molasses:<\/b> Dark molasses is the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blackstrap-molasses-vs-dark-molasses\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/blackstrap-molasses-vs-dark-molasses\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">type of molasses<\/span><\/a> to use when making gingerbread for bold flavors and that beloved gingerbread color.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Brown sugar:<\/b> Brown sugar sweetens and adds moisture and a flavor that pairs really nicely with the molasses.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Ground ginger:<\/b> The namesake spice of gingerbread cookies!<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Cinnamon and cloves: <\/b>These two warming spices add a little more dimension in conjunction with the ground ginger and molasses to create the flavor that we all know and love.<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\"><b>Baking soda:<\/b> Baking soda helps the cookie dough rise so your gingerbread cookies come out with a bit of height.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Frosting and food coloring:<\/strong> You don&#8217;t have to decorate these cookies, but if you do, here&#8217;s how you&#8217;ll do it. You&#8217;ll start with a vanilla frosting of your choice, then dye one-third of it green, and one-third red. The remaining will stay white, so you&#8217;ll have three holiday-ready colors, all set for decorating!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cream the butter and sugar<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964366\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Egg Yolk, Molasses and Butter Mixed Brown Sugar in A Large Mixing Bowl on Marble Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, for five to seven minutes. Beat in the egg and molasses.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> Here&#8217;s a guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cream-butter-and-sugar\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cream-butter-and-sugar\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">how to cream butter and sugar<\/a>. One of its best tips? Cutting the softened butter into cubes before you add it to the mixer to make it easier for the butter to combine with the sugar.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Combine the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964367\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Flour in A Large Mixing Bowl on Marble Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, beating well.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Refrigerate the dough<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Cover the dough, and refrigerate until easy to handle, about four hours to overnight.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> Don&#8217;t skip this step! While it may be hard to wait for the cookie dough to chill, it will make rolling out the dough easier later.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 5: Roll out the dough<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964368\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"A Woman Rolling Gingerbread Cookie Dough with Wooden Rolling Pin with Hands on Marble Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1\/8-inch thickness.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 6: Cut out the gingerbread cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964369\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_4.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Making the Gingerbread Men Cuts on Rolled Dough with Gingerbread Men Cookie Cutter\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Cut the dough into cookies using floured 2-1\/2-inch cookie cutters. You can use gingerbread people or holiday shapes like trees, mittens and snowflakes. Place cutouts 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><i>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/i> Roll out the dough directly on a sheet of parchment dusted with flour. Use the cookie cutter to create shapes and remove the excess dough. Then slide the parchment onto the baking sheet, and bake away!<\/p>\n<h3>Step 7: Bake the gingerbread cookies<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Bake cookies until the edges are firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the baked gingerbread cookies to wire racks, and let cool completely.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 8: Frost the gingerbread cookies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964370\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_5.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Decorating Gingerbread Cutout Cookies on Marble Surface\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Prepare the vanilla frosting of your choice. Divide the frosting into three bowls. Tint one bowl red and another bowl green, leaving the remaining bowl white. Decorate the gingerbread cookies as desired!<\/p>\n<h2>How to Decorate Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">No matter how you decorate the cookies, be sure to let them cool completely before applying frosting so that it won&#8217;t melt or spread too much. To keep things simple, make an icing with confectioners&#8217; sugar and milk or water, or make a citrusy icing like in these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/iced-orange-cookies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/iced-orange-cookies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">iced orange cookies<\/span><\/a> for a little punch of flavor. Then dip the cooled cookies into the orange icing.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Otherwise, this gingerbread cookie recipe makes perfect little gingerbread people! Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/royal-icing\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/royal-icing\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">royal icing<\/span><\/a> to draw on eyes, a smile and buttons down the middle. Don&#8217;t be afraid to get creative. You can draw on hair, clothing and accessories to give each cookie some character. Consider using some gumdrops for a little dimension! If you need some inspiration, here are more ideas for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbuddies\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbuddies\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">decorating gingerbread <\/a>buddies.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Have fun decorating other gingerbread shapes too, whether it&#8217;s a Christmas tree with a zig-zag garland and a star sprinkle on top, a candy cane-shaped cookie with some stripes, or a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-snowflakes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gingerbread-snowflakes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">gingerbread snowflake<\/span><\/a> with a little sparkle from sanding sugar.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Store Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Let cookies with any icing or frosting completely dry before storing to preserve the pretty decorations. Once the frosting has set, store decorated gingerbread cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, separated by sheets of waxed paper.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Freeze Gingerbread Cookies<\/h2>\n<p>Gingerbread cookies freeze wonderfully. Here are two ways to make them last longer if you want to work ahead:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p1\"><strong>To freeze gingerbread cookie dough:<\/strong> Keep wrapped cookie dough in the freezer so you can whip up a batch whenever the mood strikes. Simply thaw the dough in the fridge overnight, and roll them out the next day. Cookie dough will last in the freezer for up to three months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To freeze baked (undecorated!) gingerbread cookies:<\/strong> Let the cookies cool completely on the baking sheet, then transfer the baking sheet to the freezer, and keep the cookies there until frozen solid. Then, transfer the frozen cookies to freezer-safe containers, and store in the freezer for up to six months. Thaw at room temperature, then decorate and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Gingerbread Cookie Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1964365\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_SDDJ19_20072_C07_18_2bC.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Gingerbread Cutout Cookies\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What kind of molasses should you use to make gingerbread cookies?<\/h3>\n<p>Dark molasses gives the classic color you&#8217;d expect for gingerbread cookies. Plus, if you love molasses, this type will give you the bold flavor you&#8217;re looking for. However, light molasses will work just as well if you&#8217;d prefer a lighter cookie with tamer flavors and a little more chewiness.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you use this recipe to make a gingerbread house from scratch?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, this gingerbread cookie recipe is sturdy enough to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-a-gingerbread-house\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-a-gingerbread-house\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">make a gingerbread house<\/span><\/a>! Check out more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbread-houses\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/gingerbread-houses\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><span class=\"s2\">gingerbread house ideas<\/span><\/a> for some inspiration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You can make a variety of festive holiday shapes with this gingerbread cookie recipe. 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Cutting the softened butter into cubes before you add it to the mixer to make it easier for the butter to combine with the sugar.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_1.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Combine the dry ingredients","text":"In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture","text":"Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, beating well.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_2.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Refrigerate the dough","text":"Cover the dough, and refrigerate until easy to handle, about four hours to overnight. Editor's Tip: Don't skip this step! While it may be hard to wait for the cookie dough to chill, it will make rolling out the dough easier later."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Roll out the dough","text":"Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to 1\/8-inch thickness.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_3.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Cut out the gingerbread cookies","text":"Cut the dough into cookies using floured 2-1\/2-inch cookie cutters. You can use gingerbread people or holiday shapes like trees, mittens and snowflakes. Place cutouts 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Editor's Tip: Roll out the dough directly on a sheet of parchment dusted with flour. Use the cookie cutter to create shapes and remove the excess dough. Then slide the parchment onto the baking sheet, and bake away!","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_4.jpg?fit=700,1024"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Bake the gingerbread cookies","text":"Bake cookies until the edges are firm, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer the baked gingerbread cookies to wire racks, and let cool completely."},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Frost the gingerbread cookies","text":"Prepare the vanilla frosting of your choice. Divide the frosting into three bowls. Tint one bowl red and another bowl green, leaving the remaining bowl white. Decorate the gingerbread cookies as desired!","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_TOHVS23_20072_MF_11_15_GingerbreadCookies_5.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"5 dozen","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Lauren Pahmeier"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 77 calories","fatContent":"2g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"10mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"69mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"13g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"0 fiber)","proteinContent":"1g protein. 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This year I am making 5 batches of dough because I love giving the cookies to friends and neighbors. As other reviewers have suggested, I add vanilla extract to the dough and I also add an extra 1\/4 teaspoon each of cinnamon and ginger and an extra 1\/8 teaspoon of cloves to the dough. The recipe is excellent as written, though.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-12-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Melissa052"},"reviewBody":"Horrible recipe!  4 cups of flour!  The dough was hard as a rock, and almost impossible to roll out.  It says it makes 5 dozen cookies.  I maybe got 2 1\/2 dozen cookies. The only good thing I have to say, is that the ones we did manage to make did taste pretty good.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Stacy936"},"reviewBody":"<p>Wonderful recipe. The cookies hold their shape perfectly. The taste is subtle - the perfect flavor. They came out adorable. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-12-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"amsm"},"reviewBody":"<p>We make gingerbread cookies every year. My kids love to roll out the dough and help me decorate. I was able to halve the recipe with no problems. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-12-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Elizabeth0931"},"reviewBody":"<p>Taste Recipes never disappoints! My favorite seasonal cookie recipe!!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"JenniStout"},"reviewBody":"Delicious! After making the dough I split it in fourths and once a week I got one out and made cookies! I enjoyed freshly baked gingerbread all December!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jenn"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was exactly what I was looking for. Easy to make and they taste great! I\u2019m not sure what happened with the people who had the cookies spread or their dough was crumbly. I did not have either of those issues. I will definitely use this recipe again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-01-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Sherry"},"reviewBody":"We have made this recipe for the past three years and they get rave reviews from everyone. They have a great ginger taste. We make house and gingerbread people cookies as gifts every using this recipe. Always a hit!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joan"},"reviewBody":"Instead of scooping flour, Spoon all purpose flour into the measuring cup & level with back of knife... or convert and weigh ingredients. Too much flour will make dough dry.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"MargaretHubarewich"},"reviewBody":"I was concerned about this recipe after reading the negative comments regarding taste and dryness\/crumbling of the dough.  Once again, I'm shaking my head wondering what went wrong for those leaving negative reviews.  Made these precisely as directed, no need to add water, dough was wonderful to work with, and taste is very pleasant.  The only thing I did was mix everything by hand (something I always do) and everything was perfect.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-11-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jellybug"},"reviewBody":"I love this recipe, easy to prepare, especially when making it with a 5year old. I did add  a teaspoon of my homemade vanilla, because I add vanilla to almost everything sweet I bake. They tasted delicious and my granddaughter loved decorating them.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"SarahPickering"},"reviewBody":"Followed directions and mixed in a mixer. Mine was also very crumbly and dry and even couldn't hand mix to get to stick better. I added 1 tablespoon of butter and another 1\/4 cup of molasses. It seems to be held together better now. Not sure if my kitchen air is too dry or moist? It's about 65 degrees F in the home with 67% humidity. Wrapping for fridge and then will roll out for cookies.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mrsoak"},"reviewBody":"Delicious traditional recipe like the kind I remember from childhood with a classic spice flavor.  I used confectioner's sugar and water to make a hard icing to decorate these cute ginger bread boys and girls.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ReneeMurby"},"reviewBody":"I made a triple batch last night and wrapped the discs in plastic wrap to refrigerate overnight. The dough came together nicely and was easy enough to work with. I did let it sit on the counter a bit before rolling. They went to a family cookie party today. The house smelled heavenly for hours.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-12-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"EmilySolinger"},"reviewBody":"Instead of frosting I used cinnamon imperials and baked them, they turned out great! Thank you (:","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-12-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Toni1954"},"reviewBody":"I have baked a long time, never came across a recipe that is out of this world.  5 star rating is in place here.  Grandson really likes them.  It is a winner.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-02-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dollyken"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe.  Not a lot of unusual ingredients and when followed, worked just fine.  I would not roll dough too thin the next time I bake these.  We like a softer cookie and I found some of mine got too crispy when rolled as thin as recipe calls for.  Good tasting and dough was not too hard to work with.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lindyhunt"},"reviewBody":"I'm on my 3rd batch this week getting ready for Christmas parties.  I have an old hand mixer that can't handle the thickness of the dough, so I've had to add a splash of water or milk each time I added flour.  So far, I've gotten good reviews on the end result.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-11-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest6781"},"reviewBody":"These turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly and mixed by hand. I let it refrigerate overnight. Once it came out of the fridge, it needs to sit for a few mins before I could get it out of the bowl, so I'd recommend putting it in satan wrap to refrigerate rather than a bowl. I took someone else's advice here to roll them out thicker so that they wouldn't be too crunchy, so I rolled them out to about 1\/4in thick. It was perfect, and, at 1\/4on thickness, I baked at the same 350 degree temp but for 10 mins, and they cooled down to be just the right softness. Here is the exact cookie cutter I used! It's bigger so it makes them a good size for decorating: https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/aw\/d\/B01M8II4T2?psc=1","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-12-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jane"},"reviewBody":"I've made cutout cookies for many years and was horrified when these spread out and lost their shape.  How can these be called cutout cookies, unless indistinguishable blobs are what you're going for.  Never again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":1,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2020-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Brooke"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is absolutely amazing. It was so easy to follow and the gingerbread turned out so soft and delicious.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-12-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Bella2010"},"reviewBody":"Great recipe! I need not all of the flour. 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Thanks for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"Gingerbread Cutout Cookies","description":"Check out this video for how to make Gingerbread Cutout Cookies","url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/GingerbreadCutoutCookies_DIYD_20072_120219_H.mp4","duration":"120.94","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/videodam.tmbi.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Gingerbread-Cutout-Cookies_EXPS_SDDJ19_20072_C07_18_2b-2.jpg","advertising":true,"jw_id":"3gfWzPYT","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/3gfWzPYT-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/3gfWzPYT\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"12\/18\/2019"},"rms_legacy_id":"20072","romance_copy_dek":"You can make a variety of festive holiday shapes with this gingerbread cookie recipe. 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