Imagine transforming your kitchen into a winter wonderland with these enchanting Gingerbread Spiced Snowflake Sugar Cookies that are not just a treat, but an edible work of art! These delicate, intricately designed cookies capture the essence of a frosty winter day, blending the warm, comforting spices of ginger and cinnamon with a delightful sugary finish that will transport you to a cozy holiday memory. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pastry chef, these cookies promise to sprinkle a little magic into your dessert repertoire and wow everyone who takes a bite.
Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup icing sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until thoroughly combined and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating until well incorporated and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times to ensure cohesiveness.
- Roll out the dough to approximately ¼-inch thickness using a rolling pin, and use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut out intricate designs.
- Carefully transfer the cut cookies to the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust the cookies with icing sugar using a fine mesh sieve for a delicate, snow-like finish.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment paper.
Tips
- Ensure your butter is softened but not melted for the perfect cookie texture.
- Use a sharp, clean cookie cutter for crisp snowflake designs.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling to prevent spreading.
- Dust cookies with powdered sugar when completely cool for the most elegant finish.
- For extra sparkle, consider adding edible glitter or sanding sugar.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Let cookies cool completely before storing to maintain their delicate texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 130kcal
Carbohydrates: 17g
Protein: g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
