Homemade Gingerbread Cookies for Christmas
Christmas is a time for family, friends, and of course, homemade gingerbread cookies! The tradition of baking cookies dates back centuries, and there are many different recipes to choose from. We just love making cookies from scratch.
Whether you like your cookies soft and chewy or crisp and crunchy, there's a perfect gingerbread recipe out there for you. And what could be more festive than decorating your own homemade gingerbread cookies?
Whether you go for traditional icing and sprinkles or try our dipped chocolate version, decorating gingerbread cookies is a fun activity for kids and adults alike. So if you're looking for a festive activity to do with your family this Christmas, why not try your hand at making some homemade gingerbread cookies?
Classic gingerbread cookies are a holiday favorite, and their popularity can be traced back to the 16th century. Early gingerbread was made with spices like ginger, cloves, and nutmeg, and it was often used as a medicinal remedy.
However, over time, the recipe was adapted for use as a dessert, and it eventually became a Christmas tradition. Today, there are countless variations of gingerbread cookies, but the homemade variety will always be cherished as a part of Christmas tradition.
Rather than a drop cookie, traditional gingerbread cookies are rolled into a ball, then rolled in granulated sugar before baking.
Decorating Cookies for Christmas
These traditional gingerbread cookies are absolutely delicious all on their own. But you can also decorate them to make them even more festive for Christmas.
Melt white chocolate and dip each cookie in halfway. Lay onto parchment paper, add some sprinkles or colored sugar, and let set before packaging or serving. If you prefer, drizzle the melted chocolate over the tops instead.
Homemade Gingerbread Cookies for Christmas
Recipe details
- 36 cookies
- Prep time: 10 Minutes Cook time: 15 Minutes Total time: 25 min
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