There’s something magical about the aroma of gingerbread during the holiday season—it’s like a warm hug from the oven. Whether you’re decorating classic gingerbread cookies with the kids, baking a show-stopping cake, or trying out a fun twist on a traditional recipe, gingerbread always brings festive cheer.
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This collection of 40 festive gingerbread recipes has something for everyone, from cozy treats to creative delights that are perfect for sharing. Let’s get baking and make your holiday season even sweeter!
Gingerbread Loaf
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A classic and comforting dessert, gingerbread loaf is a moist, spiced cake packed with the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Often enjoyed during the holiday season, it can also be enjoyed year-round.
Gingerbread loaf is served with a dollop of whipped cream, a drizzle of honey, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Gingerbread Pancakes
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These gingerbread pancakes are fluffy, light pancakes with just a hint of ginger spice added. Perfect for a Christmas morning breakfast.
They are made with a batter infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, giving them a delightful aroma and flavor. The pancakes are often topped with butter, maple syrup, and whipped cream for a sweet and indulgent treat.
Thick Gingerbread Cookie Bars
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Soft flavorful gingerbread cookie bars are a quick and easy way to make frosted festive treats. Cut them into squares as a much easier alternative to cut out cookies for your holiday treat trays.
They are perfect for the Thanksgiving and Christmas season, but really gingerbread cookies can be enjoyed any time of the year.
Gingerbread Cake
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Filled with molasses and spices and covered in a cream cheese frosting, this Gingerbread Cake is a fluffy, moist, and flavorful dessert that will be perfect at your holiday dessert table.
The flavors in this cake just work well together, it is not overpowering and the cream cheese frosting really complements it and really just completes the whole dessert.
Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe with Chocolate Chips
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It’s a jumbo Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe with just the right hint of white chocolate! Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned baker, this soft gingerbread cookie recipe will bring you the most delicious cookies you’ve ever tasted.
The gingerbread spice is not overwhelming as some gingerbread cookies can be. This easy recipe brings the perfect gingerbread flavor to every bite.
Gingerbread Linzer Cookies
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This gingerbread sandwich cookie recipe is ideal for the holidays. The cookies are hard to resist with their vanilla and spice flavor and creamy ganache filling. They’re not hard to make and taste better than any cookies from the grocery store.
Easy Gingerbread Man Cookies
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Gingerbread man cookies are popular with kids and grownups alike. They’re soft, sweet and full of wonderful warm spice flavour.
They’re easy to prepare, simple to shape with cookie cutters and of course fun to decorate.
Gingerbread Latte Recipe
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Espresso (or strong coffee) is stirred with a homemade gingerbread syrup and frothed milk to make this warm and comforting gingerbread latte recipe.
Sweet molasses combines with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg for that classic gingerbread flavor we all know and love.
Gingerbread Pancakes
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Flavored with wonderful spices, these gingerbread pancakes are a nice change from the traditional version and make the perfect Christmas morning breakfast.
These gingerbread pancakes really are the perfect holiday breakfast treat.
Gingerbread Jello Shot Recipe
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These Gingerbread Jello Shots are cute and easy to make! They taste like a gingerbread cookie, but in a jello shot form!
These are Gingerbread Cookie Jello Shots!! They taste amazing! Just imagine a creamy and spicy gingerbread latte, but with a kick! The actual preparation takes about 20 minutes, but you’ll need a couple hours for the jello to chill and set.
Gingerbread Cheesecake
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This fun and festive Gingerbread Cheesecake features smooth cheesecake, flavorful gingerbread mousse, and homemade cinnamon whipped cream. It’s a decadent and delightful holiday treat that looks amazing on the Christmas party table!
This wow-worthy gingerbread cheesecake rivals any gingerbread cheesecake to buy at the store or a fancy bakery and the perfect ending to Christmas dinner!
Gingerbread Cookie Bars
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These Gingerbread Bars are soft, chewy, and so easy to make. The soft and chewy cookie bars combined with the fluffy cream cheese frosting is a match made in Heaven.
The bars are full of flavor and spices and are decorated with holiday sprinkles, making them the perfect Christmas treat. Because they make 24 bars, these are perfect for gifting or taking to a party.
Soft Gingerbread Cookies
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Our Soft Gingerbread Cookie recipe is freezer-friendly. Make them up to three months before Christmas, when you are less busy, and they will taste as fresh as the day you make them.
These soft gingerbread cookies are easy to make and stay fresh for up to five days, making them perfect for adding to your Christmas cookie tray or cookie exchanges.
Gingerbread Oreo Truffles
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These Gingerbread OREO Truffles are easy holiday treats that are great for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, and gifting!
They’re super easy to make and delicious. You can serve these truffles at a holiday party or package them in a pretty box for gifting.
Soft Gingerbread Cookies
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It’s Christmas cookie time! The holidays wouldn’t be the same without these Soft Gingerbread Cookies. Decorating gingerbread cookies are a yearly tradition that the entire family loves.
Those candy buttons and frosted outlines are just adorable, and you just cannot beat the molasses flavor combined with the ginger and cinnamon spices giving you the perfect Gingerbread Cookies every single time!
Easy Gingerbread Fudge
Gingerbread Fudge is a fantastic holiday treat that’s super easy to make. With just four ingredients and no need to use a stove, this recipe is perfect for beginners. It’s rich, delicious, and every bite feels like Christmas!
This Christmas dessert recipe combines the warmth of gingerbread spices with the creaminess of fudge, creating a unique and festive dessert that’s sure to be a hit!
Gingerbread Pudding Cake
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This Gingerbread Pudding Cake is an absolute breeze to make and a total must-have for your Christmas dessert lineup! With its gooey interior and caramelized exterior, it’s bursting with holiday spices and flavors.
If you love gingerbread desserts, then this gingerbread pudding cake recipe is a game-changer! This recipe is perfect to serve at a Christmas dinner. Your guests and family will adore the warm spices in this holiday recipe.
Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls
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This twist on classic cinnamon rolls is full of gingerbread flavor and perfect for Christmas brunch or any holiday season meal.
Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls are full of flavor more than your typical cinnamon roll. This is an up-leveled breakfast treat for weekends and special occasions.
Easy Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies Recipe
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These are the cutest gingerbread cookies ever, with the little reindeer with eyes and red nose looking cute on the dessert table. It’s the time of year for cheer and these fun cookies.
Cute Christmas cookies. This gingerbread cookie recipe is so cute and perfect for the holiday season.
Gingerbread Fudge
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Gingerbread Fudge is a delightful treat that combines the warm, comforting flavors of gingerbread with the rich, creamy texture of fudge.
This festive fudge is often cut into squares and dusted with powdered sugar for a finishing touch. Gingerbread Fudge is a popular holiday dessert, enjoyed by people of all ages.
Gingerbread S’mores Cookie Bars
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Gingerbread S’mores Cookie Bars are a decadent twist on the classic s’more. These bars combine the warm, spicy flavors of gingerbread with the gooey sweetness of marshmallows and chocolate.
They’re perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in. Imagine a soft, chewy gingerbread cookie base topped with a layer of melted marshmallows and chocolate chips, then toasted to perfection. It’s a treat that’s sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Pop Tart Gingerbread House
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Pop Tart Gingerbread House is a fun and creative twist on the traditional gingerbread house. Instead of using gingerbread cookies, this version utilizes delicious Pop Tarts as the building blocks.
By cutting and assembling the Pop Tarts, you can create a whimsical and colorful house that’s perfect for the holidays. Add your own personal touch with decorations like candy, sprinkles, and frosting to make it truly unique.
Gingerbread Martini
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This Gingerbread Martini is a creamy spiced holiday cocktail that is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. Serve this decadent festive drink for Christmas at parties or when you want a special treat.
Serve at your next holiday party and get your guests raving about how yummy it is. The gingerbread flavor captures the holiday spirit to perfection.
Gingerbread Cupcakes
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Indulge in the soft and moist Gingerbread Cupcakes this Christmas, a beautiful holiday dessert decadently spiced and topped with a rich cream cheese frosting.
These show-stopping treats are sure to be the star of any festive gathering, delivering that perfect blend of warmth and sweetness. Forget about hot cocoa or peppermint, gingerbread cupcakes are about to become your favorite holiday dessert.
Gingerbread Brownies
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Gingerbread Brownies are a delightful twist on traditional brownies, combining the rich chocolate flavor of brownies with the warm, spicy notes of gingerbread.
These decadent treats are often made with molasses, which adds a touch of sweetness and a subtle tanginess. Ginger, cinnamon, and cloves provide a comforting and festive aroma, making them perfect for the holiday season.
Gingerbread Cookies
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Soft and chewy gingerbread cookies are the best classic Christmas cookies. Top them with buttercream frosting or royal icing. They are known for their spicy flavor, which comes from ginger and other spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
Gingerbread cookies are typically cut into fun shapes like people, houses, or animals, and then decorated with frosting, candies, or sprinkles. They can be enjoyed as a snack, dessert, or even as a gift.
Pop Tart Gingerbread Men
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Flaky pie crust, crisp vanilla glaze and an ooey gooey filling of your choice… That’s what these sweet little gingerbread men are packing under their cute exteriors.
They are SO easy to make. Whether you’re making them completely from scratch or skipping to the store to snag some pre-fab pie crust and filling, this festive breakfast will have you in and out of the kitchen before you know.
Gingerbread Cake
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This cake pairs a moist gingerbread cake base with a boozy bourbon frosting. Top it off with your choice of decorated gingerbread cookies and you’re ready to go!
Nothing says Christmas like gingerbread. And nothing takes gingerbread up a notch like adding a bourbon frosting and a whole gingerbread cake. And then topping it with delicious gingerbread cookies.
Gingerbread Cookie Bars
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Gingerbread cookie bars are the perfect dessert! The recipe uses a 9×13 pan, which yields plenty of dessert bars for a party.
They are quick and easy to make and everyone loves them! These gingerbread cookie bars will definitely be making an appearance at many holiday parties this year.
Soft Gingerbread Whoopie Pies
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Pillowy soft and perfectly spiced, these gingerbread whoopie pies are just what your holiday needs!
These handheld dessert sandwiches are super easy to make and great for serving at holiday parties. The cream cheese filling is always a hit!
Vegan Gingerbread Chocolate Tart
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This vegan gingerbread chocolate tart is perfect for the holidays. A creamy light spiced chocolate filling on a gingerbread spiced shortcrust pastry. It’s easy to make, nut-free, and can also be adapted as gluten-free.
Vegan Caramel Slice with Gingerbread
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Delicious vegan caramel slice with gingerbread as the base. Topped with chocolate and homemade vegan gingerbread cookies, a festive twist on classic millionaires shortbread.
Great for Christmas with a cup of tea or coffee. They also make a great addition to festive cookie boxes.
Chewy Gingerbread Cookies! (Molasses Cookies)
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These soft and chewy gingerbread cookies are packed full of warm spices and flavors like cinnamon, ginger and molasses. They make a simple cookie that is extra delicious. We’ve even decorated these cookies extra cute for the holidays!
We’ve decorated these ginger cookies for Christmas, giving them an extra special feel for holiday parties and cookie exchanges.
Gingerbread mix truffles
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Super easy gingerbread mix truffles are some of our favorite holiday treats to make. You’d love that you can make these from scratch, make a no bake version or bake a gingerbread cake from mix to use for those easy festive balls.
White Chocolate Gingerbread Truffles
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These decadent Oreo gingerbread truffles are coated in smooth white chocolate and topped with a mini gingerbread man. A tasty no bake holiday treat that’s perfect to gift or for the party table!
These Oreo gingerbread truffles are super cute, and they’re easy enough for kids to help make. (No baking required!)
Festive Gingerbread Cupcakes
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These festive Gingerbread Cupcakes have a wonderful ginger flavor. It is the perfect recipe for the holiday season if you love gingerbread!
Sweet, with just a hint of the spices of the season, and a light and fluffy, creamy buttercream frosting all in one little treat!
Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies
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These Soft Glazed Gingerbread Cookies are so soft, chewy, and flavorful! Deeply spiced with the glaze giving the perfect amount of sweetness! I never cared for gingerbread before I made these cookies!
Gingerbread Pumpkin Pie
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This Gingerbread Pumpkin Pie has a classic pumpkin pie filling inside a gingerbread crust! Topped with spiced whipped cream, this pie would be perfect for all your holiday festivities!
The yummiest, coziest pumpkin pie that you’ll ever taste! It’s totally appropriate for Thanksgiving or Christmas
Vegan Gingerbread Loaf Cake
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Sweet, simple vegan gingerbread loaf cake is so delicious and festive for the holiday season! It’s a rich, moist, deeply spiced gingerbread cake that’s so easy to make and bake up.
We’re making this vegan ginger loaf cake with oil for a moist texture And we’re topping this easy vegan ginger cake with a quick orange glaze!
Gingerbread Latte
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A Gingerbread Latte is an incredible drink recipe for the holidays or for any cold winter day. You can make these absolutely adorable with a little gingerbread man or cinnamon stick garnish, and they will be a huge hit with your kids, but you may just want to leave out the espresso!
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Carlee
Tuesday 26th of November 2024
Gingerbread is quickly becoming one of my favorite holiday flavors, so these recipes are really drawing me in. I can't wait to make several of them!