Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Special Equipment Needed:
- 2 baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, beat together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add in dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Stir in white chocolate chips.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to ¼-inch thickness. Cut out gingerbread men with cookie cutters. Place on prepared baking sheets.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 8-10 minutes
Temperature: 350°F
Serving Size: Makes about 2 dozen cookies
Nutritional Information (per cookie):
Calories: 125
Fat: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 18 g
Protein: 1 g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the butter, you can substitute vegan margarine.
- For the molasses, you can substitute honey or maple syrup.
- For the white chocolate chips, you can substitute dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Variations:
- Add ½ cup of chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
Tips and Tricks:
- For a crispier cookie, roll out the dough to ⅛-inch thickness.
- For a softer cookie, roll out the dough to ½-inch thickness.
Storage Instructions:
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat cookies in a 350°F oven for 3-5 minutes.
Presentation Ideas:
- Arrange cookies on a platter and serve with a variety of dipping sauces.
- Place cookies in a gift box and tie with a ribbon.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle cookies with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cookies.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of milk or hot cocoa.
- Serve with a scoop of ice cream.
Suggested Side Dishes:
- Serve with a fruit salad or a green salad.
- Serve with a warm bowl of oatmeal or porridge.
Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the cookies are too soft, bake for a few minutes longer.
Food Safety Advice:
- Always wash your hands before handling food.
- Make sure all ingredients are fresh and not expired.
Food History:
Gingerbread has been around since the Middle Ages, when it was used as a medicine. It was later used as a decorative item and eventually evolved into the delicious cookies we know and love today.
Flavor Profiles:
These cookies have a sweet and spicy flavor from the combination of white chocolate, molasses, and spices.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as an after-dinner treat.
- Serve as an afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee.
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