Gingerbread Cookie Bites
Gingerbread Cookie Bites are delightful, bite-sized treats that capture the warm, spiced flavors of traditional gingerbread in a convenient, poppable form. They’re perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or simply enjoying with a cup of hot cocoa.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 37 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 100 cookie bites 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 4 tablespoons shortening
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup molasses
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ cup holiday nonpareil sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, shortening, and brown sugar together until creamy. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Chill the Dough:
- Press the dough evenly into a parchment-lined 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Sprinkle the top with holiday nonpareil sprinkles, gently pressing them into the dough.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Remove the dough from the pan and place it on a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, cut the dough into ½-inch cubes, yielding approximately 100 bite-sized pieces.
- Arrange the dough cubes on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 7 minutes. Allow the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for an additional 2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a festive touch, feel free to use holiday-themed sprinkles.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- These cookies can be frozen for up to a month; thaw at room temperature before serving.
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