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Gingerbread Animal Crackers
Instructions
1
Place the first 8 ingredients in a food processor and pulse to combine.
2
Add the butter and pulse to combine.
3
Add the molasses, vanilla and egg and pulse until the dough forms into a ball.
4
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes.
5
Preheat oven to 350 F.
6
Roll out dough to 1/4 inch thick and cut out animal shapes.
7
Place cut outs on a Silpat or parchment lined baking sheet.
8
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set and starting to turn golden brown on the edges.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Chill Dough for Crisp Details 🧊Refrigerate your dough for at least 2 hours before rolling and cutting to prevent spreading and ensure sharp, defined animal shapes with crispy edges.
- Toast Oats for Deeper Flavor 🌾Lightly toast the old-fashioned oats in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes before adding to the dough to enhance their nutty complexity and complement the gingerbread spices.
- Bloom Spices in Melted Butter 🧈Mix your cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg directly into the melted butter before incorporating other ingredients to release their aromatic oils and distribute flavor evenly throughout.
- Use Parchment for Even Baking 📄Bake on parchment paper rather than greased sheets to ensure uniform browning and prevent the bottoms from over-crisping while maintaining that perfect soft-inside texture.
- Cool Completely Before Decorating 🎨Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and wait until completely cooled before icing or drizzling to prevent melting and ensure decorations set properly.
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Vegetarian
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