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lemon ginger cutouts

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Private Recipe by
Chrystal Cackler
Huntsville, AL

From my Mamaw's recipe collection.

yield 96 serving(s)
prep time 1 Hr 30 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For lemon ginger cutouts

  • 1 c
    butter, softened
  • 2/3 c
    packed brown sugar
  • 2/3 c
    light corn syrup
  • 1/3 c
    honey
  • 1 tsp
    grated lemon peel
  • 4 1/2 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 tsp
    ground ginger
  • FOR THE FROSTING
  • 1 1/2 c
    powdered sugar
  • 1-2 Tbsp
    water
  • colored sugar, optional

How To Make lemon ginger cutouts

  • 1
    In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add corn syrup, honey and lemon peel. Combine the flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon and ginger; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or until easy to handle.
  • 2
    Divide dough into fourths. On a lightly floured surface, roll one portion to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into desired shapes with floured 2-in. cookie cutters. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • 3
    For frosting, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and enough water to achieve desired consistency. Spread over cookies. Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired.
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