GINGERBREAD SNOWFLAKES

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Cutting my favorite gingerbread cookie dough into snowflake shapes and decorating them with white icing was ideal for my theme get-together. I save these crunchy treats to enjoy on the way home from our Christmas tree outing. -Shelly Rynearson, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup molasses
1/4 cup water
5 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon salt
FROSTING:
3-3/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup water
1-1/2 teaspoons light corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and water. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle., On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with 2-1/2-in. cookie cutters dipped in flour. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° until edges are firm, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool., In a small bowl, combine frosting ingredients; beat until smooth. Transfer to a pastry bag fitted with a tip; pipe frosting onto cookies in desired designs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 68mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Spoonerusm
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I would not recommend these snowflakes to a friend.


Alexis Jacquelyn
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These snowflakes are too expensive for what you get.


Zulfikar Govani
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I wish these snowflakes had more frosting.


Nirmala Kharal
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These snowflakes were a bit too dry for my taste.


Komujuni Annah
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I'm not a fan of gingerbread, so I didn't really like these snowflakes.


Hunter Palash
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These snowflakes are okay, but I've had better.


Sam Song
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I'm not sure if I like the taste of these snowflakes.


Surnjie Louis
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These snowflakes look delicious, but they're a bit too much work for me.


Nancy Lema
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my snowflakes didn't come out right.


g00d k1tten
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These snowflakes are too sweet for my taste.


Wamala Charles
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my snowflakes didn't turn out as pretty as the ones in the picture.


Justine Osas
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These snowflakes are so cute! I can't wait to make them with my kids.


kwasi Kwasi
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I've never made gingerbread snowflakes before, but they turned out great! I'm so glad I tried this recipe.


Gift Onyinye
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These snowflakes are the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. They're festive, delicious, and fun to make.


DalinBoss
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I'm not a huge fan of gingerbread, but these snowflakes are an exception. They're so light and fluffy.


Deshon Roselmond
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These snowflakes are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so beautiful and delicious.


suzzan Gustafson
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I made these snowflakes for a Christmas party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Katsuki Bakugouu
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These snowflakes are so delicious! The gingerbread is perfectly spiced and the frosting is sweet and creamy.


Jamal Md
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I've made these gingerbread snowflakes several times and they're always a hit! They're the perfect holiday treat.


GameNWB
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These gingerbread snowflakes are so cute and festive! I made them with my kids and we had a blast. They were easy to make and turned out so beautiful.