Chitika

Tuesday, 11 December 2012

Gingerbread cookies - French Style

Ingredients:

  • 200 grams stick margarine or butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup 
  • 2 teaspoons ginger
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 125 grams chopped almonds


Method:

  1. Beat the butter, sugar and syrup until light and fluffy. Gradually add the dry ingredients and nuts, mixing well.
  2. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead until smooth. Divide in half and form into thick logs. Flatten into a rectangular shape, if desired.
  3. Wrap each log in plastic. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  4. Cut into thin slices wit a sharp knife. Place on greased baking sheets.
  5. Bake on the center oven rack for around 12 minutes. 
* Oven temperature: 175 C


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