The essence of the holiday season is beautifully encapsulated in the inviting scent of freshly baked gingerbread cookies wafting through your kitchen. These timeless treats serve as a cherished classic, ideal for infusing your home with a heartwarming dose of festive joy. Whether you’re envisioning vibrant decorations or relishing in their humble, rustic allure, this gingerbread recipe promises to carve out a special place in your holiday traditions.
The Best Gingerbread
Ingredients
INGREDIENTS
- 2 cups sugar
- ½ cup shortening
- ½ cup butter
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup dark molasses
- 4 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Instructions
- Cream together 2 cups sugar, ½ cup shortening and ½ cup butter.
- Stir in 2 eggs and ½ cup dark molasses.
- Whisk together 4 cups flour, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon nutmeg, 1 teaspoon baking soda and ¼ teaspoon salt and add to sugar-egg mixture.
- Refrigerate dough for 2-3 hours. Roll out and cut into shapes. Bake at 325 F for 10-12 minutes. Decorate with royal icing or leave plain.
Dana Shortt is a mother of two and the owner/operator of Dana Shortt Gourmet and Gifts. The shop is a boutique-style gourmet food store specializing in hand crafted prepared meals, an olive oil and balsamic vinegar tasting bar, gift baskets and quality chocolates from local suppliers. Dana received her formal culinary training at George Brown College. Along with her Culinary Management Diploma, she also holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel and Food Administration from the University of Guelph.
