Gingerbread Cookies

Directions

• Step 1

  Preheat oven to 350°F.

• Step 2

  Combine pie crust mix, powdered sugar, ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add egg and molasses. Mix until blended.

• Step 3

  Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

• Step 4

  On floured surface, roll out to 1/4” thickness. Cut into desired shapes and place on ungreased baking pan.

• Step 5

  Bake 7 – 10 minutes. Cool cookies on wire rack. Decorate with royal icing.

• Step 6

  For icing, combine all ingredients. Beat on low until stiff peaks form. Add a few drops of water if too stiff or a small amount of powdered sugar if too runny.

• Step 7

  Color with food coloring (optional). Use immediately or cover with a damp cloth to keep from drying out.

• Variation:

  Gingerbread Men can be turned upside down and made into reindeer.