Nothing says happy holidays quite like the warm, spicy smell of gingerbread baking. I’ve gathered my favorite gingerbread cookie recipes for you today. These festive cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends.
From soft frosted treats to rich cheesecake varieties, you’ll find a gingerbread cookie to love. Get ready to bake some wonderful holiday magic in your kitchen!
Jump to Recipe:
- 1. Frosted Gingerbread Cookies
- 2. Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
- 3. Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
- 4. Gingerbread White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Frosted Gingerbread Cookies: A Holiday Classic
These classic frosted gingerbread cookies are soft, chewy, and spiced just right. The simple icing adds a touch of sweetness that balances the ginger perfectly.
Key Ingredients & Tips for Perfect Gingerbread
- Fresh Ginger: Use freshly grated ginger for a brighter, more potent flavor in your gingerbread dough. It makes a big difference in taste.
- Room Temp Butter: Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for a smooth dough that mixes easily and bakes evenly every time.
What You Need for Gingerbread Cookies
- All-purpose flour
- Ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves
⏱️ Time: 45 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2 Dozen
How to Make Frosted Gingerbread Cookies
Step 1: Make the Gingerbread Dough
In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in an egg and molasses. Gradually add the flour and your chosen spices until a soft dough forms.
Step 2: Bake and Frost Your Cookies
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut into your favorite shapes. Bake the cookies until the edges are lightly golden. Once cooled, decorate your gingerbread cookies with a simple powdered sugar frosting.
📝 Final Note on Storage
Store frosted gingerbread cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3-4 days to keep them wonderfully soft and fresh.
Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies: A Creamy Treat
Get ready for a unique holiday treat with these gingerbread cheesecake cookies. They combine the spiced warmth of gingerbread with a creamy cheesecake center.
Key Tips for Amazing Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
- Cream Cheese Softening: Let your cream cheese come to room temperature for the smoothest, lump-free cheesecake filling. This prevents a gritty texture.
- Chill the Dough: Chilling the cookie dough helps it firm up, making it easier to wrap around the cheesecake filling and prevents spreading during baking.
What You Need for Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
- Cream cheese
- Molasses
⏱️ Time: 1 Hr 15 Mins🍽️ Yields: 18 Cookies
How to Make Gingerbread Cheesecake Cookies
Step 1: Prepare Dough and Filling
First, prepare your gingerbread cookie dough. Then, beat cream cheese with a little sugar and vanilla for the cheesecake center. Chill both the dough and filling separately in the fridge.
Step 2: Assemble and Bake the Cookies
Flatten a small piece of chilled gingerbread dough, place a spoonful of cheesecake filling in the middle, and carefully seal the dough around it. Bake until the cookies are golden brown.
📝 Final Note on Serving
These gingerbread cheesecake cookies are best enjoyed fresh or stored in the refrigerator due to their creamy filling. They are a delightful dessert!
Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies: Double the Festive Flavor
These gingerbread sandwich cookies are a delightful classic. Two spiced gingerbread cookies hold a creamy, sweet filling for the perfect bite.
Key Tips for Perfect Gingerbread Sandwiches
- Even Cookie Thickness: Roll your gingerbread dough to an even thickness to ensure all cookie halves bake uniformly and fit together well for beautiful sandwiches.
- Buttercream Filling: Use good quality butter at room temperature for a light and fluffy buttercream that holds its shape and tastes great between the cookies.
What You Need for Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
- Unsalted butter
- Powdered sugar
⏱️ Time: 1 Hr🍽️ Yields: 20 Sandwiches
How to Make Gingerbread Sandwich Cookies
Step 1: Bake the Gingerbread Cookie Halves
Prepare your gingerbread dough and roll it out evenly. Use a cookie cutter to cut out circles or your preferred shapes, then bake them until they are firm and fragrant. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.
Step 2: Fill and Assemble Your Sandwiches
While your cookies are cooling, prepare a simple buttercream or cream cheese filling. Pipe or spread the filling onto the flat side of one cookie, then gently top with another cookie to create a delicious sandwich.
📝 Final Note on Flavor
For the best flavor, let these gingerbread sandwich cookies sit for a few hours after assembly. This helps the cookies soften slightly and allows all the flavors to blend beautifully.
Gingerbread White Chocolate Chip Cookies: Sweet & Spiced
If you love classic flavors with a sweet addition, these gingerbread white chocolate chip cookies are for you. They offer a chewy texture with sweet white chocolate pieces in every bite.
Key Tips for the Best Gingerbread White Chocolate Cookies
- Quality White Chocolate: Use good quality white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate bars that melt smoothly for the best texture and flavor in your cookies.
- Don’t Overbake: Bake these gingerbread cookies just until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. They will continue to cook as they cool, ensuring a wonderfully chewy cookie.
What You Need for Gingerbread White Chocolate Cookies
- White chocolate chips
- Brown sugar
⏱️ Time: 50 Mins🍽️ Yields: 2.5 Dozen
How to Make Gingerbread White Chocolate Chip Cookies
Step 1: Mix Dough and White Chocolate Chips
Prepare your spiced gingerbread cookie dough as you normally would, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. Then, fold in the white chocolate chips gently until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 2: Scoop and Bake until Golden
Scoop spoonfuls of the dough onto a prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between them for spreading. Bake the cookies until the edges are golden and the centers are just set.
📝 Final Note on Freezing
These gingerbread white chocolate chip cookies freeze well, either as baked cookies or as raw dough balls. This is great for making ahead during busy holiday seasons!
