"Chaos" Gingerbread Cookies Decor (Printable Version)

Festive gingerbread cookies perfect for fun, creative decorating and lively holiday treats.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 batch gingerbread cookie dough (store-bought or homemade, approximately 700 grams)

02 - Royal icing (store-bought or homemade, about 250 grams)

03 - Assorted sprinkles

04 - Assorted small candies

05 - Edible glitter

01 - On a lightly floured surface, roll gingerbread dough to 1/4-inch thickness.

02 - Use cookie cutters to create festive shapes. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

03 - Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes or as directed on dough packaging. Cool completely on a wire rack.

04 - Adorn cooled cookies with royal icing, sprinkles, candies, and edible glitter as desired.

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Quick enough for spontaneous celebrations and last minute baking sessions
Perfect for involving kids and letting creativity run wild with decorations
Uses simple store bought or homemade components with no advanced techniques needed

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This recipe is totally adaptable for gluten free or dairy free diets by choosing the right dough and icing
A batch can be made with basic kitchen tools, no fancy gadgets required
Cookies keep their texture for several days, perfect for gifting or parties

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Let kids decorate on a rimmed baking sheet to contain the sprinkle chaos
Always cool the cookies completely before icing or decorations will melt and slide
If piping icing feels too fussy, just use spoons or even zip top bags with a snipped corner for a playful drizzle