Gingerbread Crispy Cookies
8 servings
60 minutes
Gingerbread cookies embody the coziness and warmth of winter evenings. Their roots trace back to Europe, where they became a symbol of holidays and family gatherings. The crunchy texture and rich flavor with hints of honey, cinnamon, clove, and ginger provide a sense of home comfort. The sweet-spicy aroma fills the kitchen, creating a magical atmosphere. These cookies are perfect for tea time in cold weather, especially with fragrant tea or hot chocolate. Their ease of preparation makes them a favorite choice for family culinary traditions, while the ability to cut out shapes adds a touch of creativity. Gingerbread cookies are not only tasty but also healthy—ginger helps warm you up and adds a spicy kick. The pleasant combination of sweetness and spices makes them an essential treat for holidays and cozy evenings.
1
Melt butter in a saucepan, add honey, sugar, and spices. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and let it cool, then add the beaten egg and mix everything well.
- Butter: 6 tablespoons
- Honey: 6.5 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Cardamom: to taste
- Ground cloves: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: to taste
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
2
Sift the flour with baking powder and soda. While constantly stirring, add the flour mixture to the honey-egg mixture. Knead well, wrap in film, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Wheat flour: 3 glasss
- Baking powder (raising agent): 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 0.3 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
3
Roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of a couple of mm and cut out desired shapes. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 175 degrees for 4-5 minutes until browned.
4
Let cool on a rack.
