GINGER SHORTBREAD COOKIES

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The traditional holiday flavor of gingerbread meets the buttery goodness of shortbread in this irresistible cookie. Pretty flecks of candied ginger make the treats a pretty addition to any cookie platter.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts
1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, ground ginger, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and crystallized ginger., Shape into two 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 37mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.