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Trying new festive recipes is one of our favorite things to do during the holiday season. That said, there’s something to be said for the tried-and-true favorites that show up on our tables year after year. Take gingerbread, for instance. These vintage ginger recipes, from classic loaves to cut-out cookies, have stood the test of time.
Best Gingerbread Men Cookies
“Loved this recipe as is! Flavorful, soft cookies that were perfect for decorating during the holidays. My kids and I both enjoyed making these cookies…and eating them.” —Noel
Favorite Old-Fashioned Gingerbread
“Gingerbread is everyone’s holiday favorite. This old-fashioned recipe is so easy to make and probably very similar to the one your great-grandmother used to make.” —Charles
Gingerbread Biscotti
Allrecipes/Qi Ai
“This spicy Italian gingerbread biscotti cookie recipe makes the perfect accompaniment for cocoa or coffee during the holiday season! For a special treat, serve with lemon curd or drizzle with lemon-flavored almond bark.” —Cristina Gomez
Gingerbread Bundt Cake
Kim
“This gingerbread Bundt cake is spicy, molasses-y, and oh-so-tasty. Sweet and warmly aromatic, gingerbread cake is often humble comfort food, but baked in a decorative Bundt pan and dusted with powdered sugar, it’s elegant enough for any holiday table.” —Kim
Christmas Gingerbread House
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“This recipe was lovely. I especially like assembling the gingerbread the night before we decorated! I doubled the recipe and made a large gingerbread house, three small and several 3-d trees. My house has smelled amazing for a solid three days!” —Jen Hale
Big Soft Ginger Cookies
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“These ginger cookies made with molasses, ginger, and other spices are a holiday favorite. This cookie recipe is my oldest son’s favorite.” —Amy Sacha
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
“A wonderful change of pace for the holiday season. Moist and spicy cake balanced by creamy, soft frosting.” —Kevin Ryan
Gingerbread Fudge
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“Try this gingerbread fudge for the holidays—you only need a few pantry ingredients and some spices.” —Sarah Brekke
Classic Gingerbread Cutouts
Allrecipes/Karen Hibbard
“These gingerbread cut out cookies are so versatile! They are delicious, naturally low-fat, and even make terrific Christmas ornaments that keep for years. Royal icing is best for decoration.” —Brandi Clark
Grandma’s Gingerbread Pancakes
“My dear Grammie was making gingerbread one morning and my brother and I arrived, starving! She altered the recipe slightly, put it on the grill and the result is this delicious recipe. The smell of it cooking always takes me back to that morning–mmmm!” —CKINCAID1
Gingerbread Snowflakes
ALLRECIPES / BAHAREH NAITI
“This recipe for gingerbread snowflakes uses my favorite gingersnap cookie recipe as a starting point to create six-pointed star cookies, which can be decorated with icing to make snowflakes.” —Chef John
Gingerbread Cheesecake
“This gingerbread cheesecake is perfect for Christmas dessert! The cinnamon whipped cream is optional but it really adds a nice touch.” —Kim
Gingerbread Cake Roll with Eggnog Whipped Cream
Kim
“This cake roll is a delicious combo of holiday flavors that everyone will love!” —LBurns
Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls
“Serve these gingerbread cinnamon rolls at your next holiday gathering. They come out buttery, sugary, and taste like gingerbread.” —Ita Mac Airt
Blueberry Gingerbread
“Great tasting and a definite twist for gingerbread! Not overpowering. When storing, do not cover tightly, the top will become very moist instead of nice and crunchy. Serve plain or with a generous dollop of whipped cream.” —Jo in Arlington
