Victorian Gingerbread Valentines

Delight your special someone this Valentine’s Day with our Victorian Gingerbread Valentines recipe, a charming nod to the romantic traditions of the past. These beautifully spiced gingerbread cookies are infused with warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, creating a fragrant and inviting treat that’s perfect for the season of love. Shaped into intricate hearts and adorned with royal icing or decorative sugar, these cookies not only taste amazing but also make for stunning gifts or festive decorations. The rich, soft texture of the gingerbread pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee, making them an ideal treat for cozy gatherings. Whether you’re surprising a partner, sharing with friends, or hosting a Valentine’s Day celebration, these Victorian Gingerbread Valentines are sure to impress and spread joy. Follow our easy recipe to create these delightful cookies and celebrate love with a touch of Victorian elegance!

Here’s a fun and straightforward Valentine’s Day recipe that you can make with minimal effort:

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups unsifted flour
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup margarine
• 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/3 cup dark corn syrup
• 1 large egg

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.

2. Cream the Wet Ingredients:

   • In another bowl, blend the margarine and brown sugar until smooth.
   • Add the dark corn syrup and the egg, and beat well to combine.

3. Combine Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, about one-third at a time, mixing until smooth after each addition.
   • Chill the dough in the refrigerator for one hour.

4. Roll Out the Dough:

   • After chilling, roll out half of the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about one-quarter inch. Reserve the other half for decorations or a second batch of cookies.

5. Cut Out Shapes:

   • Using a heart-shaped cookie cutter, press out cookie shapes or use a knife to cut around a pattern. Place the heart shapes on a cookie sheet.

6. Decorate:

   • Decorate the cookies as desired before baking.

7. Bake:

   • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and bake the cookies for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
   • Remove the cookies from the oven and place them on wire racks to cool.

8. Store:

   • Once cooled, store the cookies in a covered container.

Yield

• This recipe makes about eight 4 1/2 inch cookies.

This treat is easy to make, a fun activity for kids, and a delightful treat for your Valentine’s Day celebration! Enjoy!