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Gingerbread Wreath With Iced Cookie Detail

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A festive gingerbread wreath perfect for Christmas decorations, featuring easy DIY iced cookie details.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • Icing: 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • Food coloring as desired

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and baking soda.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and egg.
  3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
  4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  6. Cut out wreath shapes using a cookie cutter and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are firm. Let cool completely.
  8. For the icing: Mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Add food coloring if desired.
  9. Decorate the cooled cookies with icing to add festive details.

Notes

Ensure dough is chilled for easier handling; store in an airtight container for up to a week.

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