Name: Gingerbread Wreath
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 1 medium wreath
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup granulated sugar; 3/4 cup salted butter (at room temp); 3/4 cup molasses; 1 large egg; 3 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2.5 teaspoons ground ginger; 1/4 tsp ground cloves; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup egg whites ((plus a little extra if needed) *see notes for recipe using meringue powder); 3 cups powdered sugar; Star shaped cookie cutters in a variety of sizes ((4 in, 3 in, 2.5 in, 2 in)); at least 2 large baking sheets lined with parchment paper; rolling pin; parchment paper for rolling; piping bag or zipper topped freezer bag; Ribbon (to decorate)

If you are just as obsessed with gingerbread as me then you need to create this fully edibleGingerbread Wreath.They are fun, festive and make a fun gift for friends.

Gingerbread Wreaths give you all the fun of decorating gingerbread houses without the headache. They are a really fun and festive activity for kids and teenagers alike.

Gingerbread Wreath

The making of a gingerbread wreath is a great way toget into the holiday spiritand let your creative juices flow a bit. Plus,baking gingerbreadcookies will make your home smell delightful.

stars of gingerbread being cut with a cookie cutter

Ingredients

Sugar
Salted butter
Molasses
Egg
All purpose flour
Baking soda
Ginger
Ground cloves
Cinnamon

For the Royal Icing

Egg whites
Powdered sugar

You will also need

Star shaped cookie cutters in a variety of sizes
2 large baking sheets
Rolling pin
Parchment paper for rolling
Piping bag or zipper topped freezer bag
Ribbon, to decorate

Recipe Instructions

I start by baking various sizes of stars for the wreath. However, this project is very versatile and you can choose whatever shape you like. Stars, snowflakes, gingerbread men-totally up to you.
To make the gingerbread wreath portion, simply roll out the dough until it is about 1/2 inch thick. It is easier if you put the dough in between parchment paper.
Next, use a dinner plate as a guide to cut the outer circle and a smaller plate to cut out the middle of the circle. This is your wreath.
Once your cookies and wreath are baked and cooled, you are ready to decorate. I like to use a basic white icing to decorate gingerbread cookies. It looks simple yet elegant.
Once the cookies are decorated, it is time to assemble the wreath. I attached the various stars by using more icing as the glue.
You can use this wreath as a centerpiece, hang it as a decoration or invite people over and devour it.

star shaped gingerbread cookie wreath up close

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to chill the gingerbread cookie dough?

If you are in a time crunch then don’t worry about chilling the dough. However, when the dough has been chilled for at least 30 minutes it is easier to handle and will hold it’s shape better.

Can I make gingerbread dough ahead of time?

Gingerbread dough is the perfect thing to make ahead of time. It will help the dough to chill in the refrigerator or you can even bake the gingerbread cookies and freeze them until you are ready to decorate.

How long do homemade gingerbread cookies last?

Gingerbread cookies have a pretty long shelf life because they are more dry compared to other cookies. They will last 2-3 weeks when properly stored in an airtight bag.

How long do gingerbread cookies bake for?

Depending on your oven, gingerbread cookies typically take 8-10 minutes to bake. You want to watch for the edges to become crisp.

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I hope you have fun and get creative makingGingerbread Wreaths.They are a great gift for neighbors or make the perfect winter activity with your family.