Classic honey gingerbread recipe – step-by-step photo guide

Nutritional value per serving

165 kcal

Proteins: 5 g
Fats: 4 g
Carbohydrates: 60 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 1

This is a classic recipe for honey gingerbread, a taste we've all known since childhood. They're incredibly delicious, tender, soft, and fluffy. Their delicate aroma evokes positive emotions and lifts the mood. These gingerbread cookies are a perfect addition to family gatherings, tea parties, and make a wonderful treat on the holiday table.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Classic recipe for honey gingerbread

Ingredients

Servings

For the test:

Sugar

150 G
Milk

250 ml
Honey

40 G
Vegetable oil

50 ml
Salt

1 pinch
Cinnamon

1 tsp
Ginger

0.5 tsp
Nutmeg

0.25 G
Egg C1

1 pcs
Flour

480 G
Baking powder

1 tsp
Soda

0.5 tsp

For the glaze:

Sugar

130 G
Water

60 ml

Preparation

Step 1

We prepare all the necessary ingredients.

Step 2

Pour the sugar into a saucepan and melt it until it becomes a rich amber caramel.

Step 3

It is very important not to overburn the caramel, so that it does not become bitter.

Step 4

Pour very hot milk into the hot caramel in small portions and stir gently.

Step 5

Once all the milk has been added, place the saucepan over low heat and, stirring, bring the mixture to a smooth consistency.

Step 6

Add honey and vegetable oil.

Step 7

Add salt and spices and mix everything carefully. Let the mixture cool slightly.

Step 8

Crack one egg into a separate bowl. Stir it lightly, then pour the cooled custard mixture into it through a sieve.

Step 9

Mix everything thoroughly until smooth.

Step 10

Mix flour with soda, baking powder and pour in small portions through a sieve into the spice mixture.

Step 11

Knead the dough. It should be quite soft.

Step 12

Roll out the dough.

Step 13

We cut out gingerbread cookies of the required size and shape.

Step 14

Bake the honey gingerbread for 10-12 minutes at 180 degrees.

Step 15

Then we cool them on a wire rack.

Step 16

Prepare the glaze. Place the sugar in a saucepan and add water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then simmer for 3-5 minutes. The syrup should reach 110 degrees Celsius.

Step 17