Delicious & Easy Gingerbread Recipe
How to make the most delicious Gingerbread!
Hey there, fellow bakers lets dive headfirst into the delightful world of gingerbread. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, there's something magical about the warm, spicy aroma of gingerbread wafting through the air. So, grab your apron, turn up the holiday tunes, and let's embark on a gingerbread adventure!Gingerbread Recipe:
Gingerbread Recipe
Enjoy my favourite gingerbread recipe and you're welcome. to use it for your own baking business.
Ingredients:
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup Molasses
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until creamy.
Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, beating well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Baking:
Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Use gingerbread man cookie cutters or get creative with festive shapes.
Place the cutouts on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm.
Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely! This is so important!
What’s The Best Way To Store Your Gingerbread:
Properly storing gingerbread cookies is essential to maintain their freshness and flavour. Here are some tips on the best way to store your gingerbread cookies:
Cooling: You MUST Cool your gingerbread on the tray before cooling completely on wire racks before storing them. Storing warm cookies can create condensation, leading to soggy cookies and no one likes a soggy cookie.
Air-Tight Container: Store gingerbread cookies in an air-tight container to prevent them from becoming stale and to retain their moisture. Consider placing a piece of wax paper between layers to avoid sticking.
Layer Separation: If you're stacking multiple layers of cookies in a container, separate each layer with parchment paper or wax paper to prevent them from sticking together.
Desiccant Packs: If you live in a humid environment, consider placing desiccant packs in the container to absorb excess moisture and keep the cookies crisp.
Avoid Mixing Flavours: Store different flavoured cookies separately to prevent flavor transfer. Strongly flavored cookies, like gingerbread, can sometimes impart their taste to other cookies if stored together.
Freezing: If you want to store gingerbread cookies for an extended period, freezing is a good option. Ensure the cookies are fully cooled before placing them in a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag. Add layers of parchment paper between cookies to prevent sticking.
8 Ways To Decorate Gingerbread Cookies:
So now you have baked them. Let’s decorate them! Depending on your preference and the look your going for you can decorate gingerbread in a variety if ways.
Royal Icing: Outline and flood your gingerbread cookies with smooth royal icing. Using different colours to create intricate designs.
Sprinkles and Sanding Sugar: Apply a base of icing and then sprinkle colored sugar or nonpareils on top for a festive and textured finish.
Fondant Accents: Roll out fondant and cut it into shapes or patterns to place on top of your gingerbread cookies. It provides a smooth and polished look. (my preference )
Chocolate Drizzle: Melt chocolate and drizzle it over your cookies for a delicious and visually appealing touch. Or dip half your cookie in Chocolate then add sprinkles, chopped nuts, sweets etc.
Edible Glitter: Add a touch of magic with edible glitter. Dust it over the icing for a sparkly effect.
Stenciling: Use stencils to create intricate patterns on your gingerbread. Lay the stencil on top and dust powdered sugar or cocoa for a decorative design.
Painted Details: Mix edible food coloring with a bit of water and paint delicate details directly onto the gingerbread.
Marbling Effect: Mix different colours of icing together minimally to create a marbled effect when applied to the cookies.
Miniature Gingerbread Cutters: I use these a lot on Instagram at @LadyBerryCupcakes and you love them so here is the link if you would like some! Click Here
Did You Know? You can book a Gingerbread house class? Grab your friends, join a group class, private tuition or book a team building gingerbread house class for some festive fun!
How To Sell Gingerbread In Your Baking Business:
At Christmas time you can increase profits with offering delicious Gingerbread in a variety of forms depending on your preferences. Here are some popular forms of selling gingerbread:
Individually Wrapped Cookies: Package your gingerbread cookies individually, making them convenient for customers to grab on the go. This is ideal for impulse purchases and small treats.
Cookie Boxes or Tins: Arrange your gingerbread cookies in decorative boxes or tins. This form of packaging is great for gifts, especially during the holiday season.
Custom Orders: Accept custom orders for gingerbread creations tailored to specific themes, events, or preferences. This could include personalized shapes, designs, or flavors.
Sell pre-assembled or DIY gingerbread house kits. Include pre-baked gingerbread pieces, icing, and an assortment of candies for decorating.
Decorating Kits:Offer gingerbread decorating kits that include pre-baked cookies and a variety of toppings such as icing, sprinkles, and edible decorations. This is a fun activity for families and individuals.
Gingerbread Cake or Loaf: If you enjoy baking cakes, consider selling gingerbread cakes or loaves. These can be sliced and sold individually or as whole cakes for special occasions.
Seasonal Packages: Create seasonal packages or bundles for holidays, such as Christmas or Halloween. Include an assortment of gingerbread treats in festive packaging.
Themed Collections: Develop themed collections of gingerbread treats, such as a winter wonderland collection, a holiday classics assortment, or a springtime garden variety.
Subscription Boxes: Establish a subscription service where customers receive a monthly box of assorted gingerbread treats. This can include different shapes, flavors, and decorations each month.
Gingerbread Pops or Lollipops: Transform your gingerbread into fun pops or lollipops by attaching sticks to the cookies. This is a playful and easy-to-eat option.
Gingerbread Bars or Brownies: YUM! Experiment with gingerbread-flavored bars or brownies. Cut them into individual servings and offer them for sale, especially during the holiday season.
Gingerbread Cupcakes or Muffins: Bake gingerbread-flavored cupcakes or muffins and sell them individually or as part of a set. Consider creative frosting and decoration options.
Gingerbread Truffles: Baking gingerbread and crumbling into ganache truffles sounds so good!
I hope this gives you some ideas of how to offer your customer gingerbread!
TIP: If you love Rocky Road try adding gingerbread its delicious!
Remember to consider cute festive packaging and presentation to enhance the appeal of your gingerbread products, that remains on brand for your business!
TIP: At Christmas there are many fates and fairs looking for stall holders and gifts for their raffle! You get yourself infant of your local community!
Then Make Sure You Get Your
PRICING RIGHT!
If you're not sure how to price your bakes, grand the ‘How To Price For Profit Guide’ and start pricing everything correctly!
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