Gingerbread cookies are a classic presence on New Year’s tables, bringing scent, warmth and that flavor that immediately reminds us of Christmas. Fresh ginger combined with cinnamon creates a balance of spicy and sweet, leaving the whole house fragrant while cooking.
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In addition to being simple to prepare, this recipe does a lot and allows you to shape the cookies into any shape you want, making it perfect for giving as a gift, decorating the table or serving after dinner. The secret is in the dough: soft but firm, easy to cut and shape.
Discover the step by step:
Ingredients
6 tablespoons grated ginger 2 eggs 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons dry yeast 2 cups cornstarch 2 cups granulated sugar 3 cups margarine or butter 6 cups wheat flour Salt to taste
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Preparation method
Grate the ginger and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the grated ginger, eggs, salt, ground cinnamon, margarine, sugar and baking powder.
Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous cream.
Add the cornstarch little by little, stirring to combine the dough.
Gradually add the wheat flour, mixing until you obtain a homogeneous dough.
Transfer the dough to a counter and knead until it no longer sticks to your hands.
Roll out the dough and cut the biscuits into the desired shape.
Place on a baking tray and bake in an oven preheated to 200°C.
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until lightly browned.
Remove from oven, let cool and serve.
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