Gingerbread Cookies

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a bowl or the bowl of your stand mixer, combine the flour, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, baking soda, and spices. Mix well.

Step 2

Create a well in the center, then add the egg and honey.

Step 3

Knead the dough for a few minutes by hand or using a stand mixer.

Step 4

Add the softened butter and knead again until you form a smooth ball of dough. Be careful not to over-knead to avoid overheating the dough!

Step 5

Lightly flour your work surface, roll out the dough slightly, and wrap it in plastic wrap. Cover and refrigerate for about 1 hour.

Step 6

Flour your work surface again, then roll out the dough evenly.

Step 7

Using a cookie cutter, shape your gingerbread men and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 8

Bake at 180°C (356°F) for about 10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden but not too dark.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool completely.

Step 10

Decorate them with royal icing for the final touch: Mix powdered sugar and water (or use lemon juice instead). If the icing is too runny, add more powdered sugar; if it’s too thick, add more water.

Step 11

And that’s it! Enjoy :)