Gingerbread wreath and biscuits

Create festive and delicious holiday treats with this easy gingerbread wreath and biscuits recipe! Made with brown sugar, maple syrup, and warming spices like ginger and a special spice mix, these cookies are as delightful to make as they are to eat. Don't forget the royal icing, made from egg white, powdered sugar, and a hint of lemon juice, to decorate your sweet creations. Perfect for adorning your home or gifting to loved ones!

10 Mar 2024
Cook time 35 min
Prep time 120 min
4 Servings
9 Ingredients

Gingerbread wreaths and biscuits are a festive treat perfect for the holiday season. They not only taste delightful but also make for beautiful decorations. This recipe combines the warm spices of ginger and mixed spices with the rich sweetness of brown sugar and maple syrup to create delightful, aromatic biscuits that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup butter

70g

1/2 cup brown sugar

120g

1/3 cup maple syrup

72g

1 tsp baking soda

1 tsp ginger

1 tsp spice mix

1 egg white

33g

1 cup powdered sugar

160g

1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions:

2. Add the Maple Syrup: Pour in the maple syrup and mix until well combined.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, ground ginger, and spice mix. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture and mix until incorporated.

4. Chill the Dough: Once the dough is well mixed, shape it into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling the dough will make it easier to roll out and cut shapes.

6. Roll Out the Dough: Lightly flour your work surface and rolling pin. Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

7. Cut Shapes: Use cookie cutters to cut out the desired shapes for your wreath and biscuits. For the wreath, you may want a large circular cutter and a smaller one to create the wreath shape. Place the shaped cookies on the prepared baking sheets.

8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden. Keep an eye on the biscuits as baking times can vary based on their size.

9. Cool: Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Combine Icing Ingredients: Gradually add the powdered sugar, continuing to whisk. Add the lemon juice and mix until the icing is smooth and glossy. If the icing is too thick, you can add a few drops of water to reach the desired consistency.

13. Set the Icing: Allow the icing to fully set. This can take a few hours at room temperature.

Tips:

- Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature before starting to make mixing easier and more consistent.

- Chill the dough for at least an hour before rolling it out. This makes it easier to handle and helps the biscuits hold their shape during baking.

- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent the biscuits from sticking to the baking sheet.

- For a more intense flavor, let the baked biscuits sit for a day before enjoying them. This gives the spices time to meld.

- Decorate your gingerbread biscuits with royal icing for an extra festive touch. To make royal icing, mix egg white, powdered sugar, and lemon juice until smooth.

Enjoy your homemade gingerbread wreaths and biscuits as a delicious snack or a charming decoration. These treats are perfect for sharing with family and friends during the holiday season. Happy baking!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size	120 grams
Energy
Calories 410kcal	16%
Protein
Protein 1.19g	1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g	20%
Fiber 0.18g	0%
Sugar 70g	67%
Fat
Fat 15g	18%
Saturated 8g	28%
Cholesterol 44mg	-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 140ug	15%
Choline 4.74mg	1%
Vitamin B1 0.00mg	0%
Vitamin B2 0.04mg	3%
Vitamin B3 0.16mg	1%
Vitamin B6 0.02mg	1%
Vitamin B9 1.94ug	0%
Vitamin B12 0.01ug	0%
Vitamin C 0.49mg	1%
Vitamin E 0.00mg	0%
Vitamin K 1.28ug	1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 30mg	2%
Copper, Cu 0.03mg	0%
Iron, Fe 0.49mg	4%
Magnesium, Mg 7mg	2%
Phosphorus, P 9mg	1%
Potassium, K 77mg	2%
Selenium, Se 2.76ug	5%
Sodium, Na 370mg	24%
Zinc, Zn 0.07mg	1%
Water
Water 12g	-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Gingerbread wreath and biscuits

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