Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2010

I made a batch and they did turn out good but tasted more like pumpkin cookies then gingerbread and my cooking time was 20 min not 10-12 min as it said.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
4 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

MARYIL32

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Brantford, Ontario, Canada

Living In: Picton, Ontario, Canada

Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2010

I followed this recipe exactly and was not at all pleased with the results. I can't tell if it was too much ginger or too much molasses, but it was just not at all what I was hoping to get out of a gingerbread recipe.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Mrs. B

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Brazoria, Texas, USA

Living In: San Diego, California, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 5, 2010

I made these today and they don't look or taste like gingerbread at all.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

MDH

Cooking Level: Expert

Reviewed: Dec. 1, 2010

This is the first time I have ever written a review. These were so bad I thought I would take the time. Sorry but these were so flavorless and not sweet enough at all. I double checked my ingredients thinking I must have overlooked something, but I didn't. The dough rolled out easily and it was simple to do, but I didn't care for the flavor. Sorry, can't believe so many wrote in that they loved these. They must have a fantastic frosting recipe is all I can say. We are planning on smothering these in frosting and hoping my son's classmates can stomach them. Very spicey.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

sandy capps

Reviewed: Nov. 29, 2010

These are great! It looks more complicated than it is, and it's totally worth it! I recommend adding a little powdered sugar glaze, it adds the perfect touch! COMBINE 2 cups sifted powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons milk, 1 tablespoon melted butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract in small bowl until smooth.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Tozer Mommy

Reviewed: Nov. 28, 2010

I enjoyed making this recipe. I had to chnage shortening to butter. I don't believe in them. Also, I had to chnage the amount of spice. I needed to add more spice to bring up flavour. Otherwise, I think this recipe was good!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

kintoki

Reviewed: Nov. 20, 2010

I made few adjustments to the recipe based on previous reviews...used 2 tbsp ginger (I like the heat), 1/2 tsp allspice, 3/4 cup molasses, substituted 1/2 of the shortening with butter, added a half teaspoon of salt and substituted orange juice for the water. The orange juice *made* these cookies. I also dredged the cut cookies in a light coating of granulated sugar. These cookies are soft and lovely. *Awesome*

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
18 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Angela Manchester

Reviewed: Nov. 10, 2010

I halved the recipe, maybe that is where my problem lies... but I didn't like these cookies one bit. They were more like clove-bread cookies than ginger. They were oddly puffy, rather than dense. I think that they would probably taste a whole lot better if one used butter instead of shortening. The vegetable fat has a weird flavor in this context. Another recipe might be a little more satisfying if you are looking for a traditional gingerbread.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

RedFrostess

Reviewed: Oct. 25, 2010

I will update this later, the dough is currently sitting in the fridge chilling but it smells amazing and tastes absolutely perfect! I will see how they roll/cut and bake!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful