Christmas Ginger Snaps
Classic Christmas cut-outs promise to delight all.
by Liz Axell | on 12/04/12
Photo credit: Lisbeth Axell
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup brown sugar or white sugar
- 2/3 cup dark brown corn syrup
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves
- 3/4 tablespoon baking soda
- 2/3 cup butter
- 1 egg
- 4 1/2 cups flour, sifted
Preparation
Pre-heat the oven to 325°F.
Heat the sugar, syrup and spices to boiling point.
Add the baking soda and pour the mixture over butter in a bowl. Stir until the butter melts.
Add the egg and sifted flour and blend thoroughly.
Knead on a baking board.
Chill.
Roll out the dough to approximately 1/4-inch thick and cut with fancy cutters.
Place the cookies on a greased baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes.
