Basic gingerbread

Discover the perfect Basic Gingerbread recipe! Made with butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this delicious treat is ideal for festive baking. Easy to follow and absolutely delightful!

  • 17 May 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 120 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 9 Ingredients

Basic gingerbread

Gingerbread is a timeless holiday classic that fills your home with the warm, inviting scents of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whether you're baking cookies to decorate or creating a charming gingerbread house, this basic gingerbread recipe is simple yet delicious, providing a wonderful treat for both young and old alike.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup butter
110g
1/2 cup brown sugar
120g
1/2 cup maple syrup
120g
1 egg
50g
3 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
380g
1 tbsp ginger
16g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
1 tsp ground nutmeg
5g
2 garlic cloves
6g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Baking Surface:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the maple syrup and mix until fully incorporated.
- Beat in the egg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Integrate the Wet and Dry Mixtures:
- Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring well after each addition.
- Mix until a smooth, homogenous dough forms.
- Add the minced garlic and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
5. Shape the Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes, or shape the dough into your desired form by hand.
6. Bake the Gingerbread:
- Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each piece.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Cool and Serve:
- Allow the gingerbread to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, enjoy your gingerbread cookies as they are, or decorate them with icing or decorations of your choice.

Tips:

- Make sure to soften the butter at room temperature before starting, as this will make creaming easier.

- For a richer flavor, consider using dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar.

- Chilling the dough for at least an hour before rolling it out can prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.

- Roll the dough out between two sheets of parchment paper to avoid sticking and to ensure an even thickness.

- To avoid tough cookies, mix the flour into the wet ingredients just until combined; overmixing can result in a denser texture.

- If using the dough to make a gingerbread house, make sure to roll it slightly thicker to ensure sturdiness.

- Let the gingerbread cookies cool completely before decorating to ensure the icing sets properly.

Enjoy your freshly baked gingerbread with a cup of hot cocoa or share the joy by gifting it to friends and family. With its delightful blend of spices and rich flavor, this gingerbread is sure to become a favorite in your holiday baking tradition.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size100 grams
Energy
Calories 350kcal17%
Protein
Protein 7g5%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g15%
Fiber 2.02g5%
Sugar 14g14%
Fat
Fat 13g15%
Saturated 7g23%
Cholesterol 60mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 120ug13%
Choline 30mg5%
Vitamin B1 0.15mg12%
Vitamin B2 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B3 0.96mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.07mg4%
Vitamin B9 16ug4%
Vitamin B12 0.06ug3%
Vitamin C 0.12mg0%
Vitamin E 0.10mg1%
Vitamin K 1.27ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 36mg3%
Copper, Cu 0.13mg14%
Iron, Fe 1.20mg11%
Magnesium, Mg 24mg6%
Phosphorus, P 80mg7%
Potassium, K 130mg4%
Selenium, Se 13ug23%
Sodium, Na 16mg1%
Zinc, Zn 0.73mg7%
Water
Water 13g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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