20 raring2go.co.uk 21 Raring2go! LEARN Raring2go! LEARN Winter recipe Gingerbread Man Method 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with baking paper. 2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set this dry ingredient mixture aside. 3. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer or by hand, cream together the softened butter and sugar until it’s light and fluffy. 4. Add the golden syrup, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined. 5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, mixing just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix. 6. Divide the dough in half and wrap each portion in plastic wrap. Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or until it’s firm. 7. Roll out one portion of the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use gingerbread man-shaped cookie cutters to cut out the cookies and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with the other half of the dough. 8. Bake the gingerbread men for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown. 9. Remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. 10. Once the cookies have cooled, you can decorate them with icing, sweets, or any other decorations you like. Enjoy your homemade gingerbread men! These are perfect treat for kids and adults alike. Ingredients 225g Plain flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 75g unsalted butter, softened 100g soft brown sugar 100g Golden Syrup 1 large egg 1 teaspoon vanilla extract A classic that can be made and enjoyed all year round… It’s quick and easy and definitely one for the kids to join in with preparing! Raring2make! Recipes to make as a family for the family 1. Mason Jar Candle Holders • Materials: Mason jars, Epsom salt (for “snow”), twine, tea lights or LED candles, pine sprigs. • How to make: Fill jars halfway with Epsom salt, add a candle, and tie a piece of twine with a small pine branch or cinnamon stick around the rim. • Tip: You can spray a bit of frosted glass paint on the jars for a cosy glow. 2. Natural Greenery Runner • Materials: Pine branches, eucalyptus, holly, pinecones, red berries. • How to make: Lay greenery down the centre of the table as a runner, weaving in pinecones and berries for colour. • Tip: Add fairy lights or candles between the greenery for sparkle. 3. Mini Gift Place Settings • Materials: Small boxes, wrapping paper, ribbon, name tags. • How to make: Wrap small empty boxes like gifts and place one at each setting with a name tag. • Tip: Hide a small treat or note inside for a surprise. 4. Ornament Centrepiece Bowl • Materials: Clear glass bowl or tray, various Christmas ornaments, tinsel, fairy lights. • How to make: Fill a bowl with ornaments in your colour scheme, add a few pine branches or a string of lights. • Tip: Use different textures (matte, shiny, glittery) for visual interest. 5. Dried Orange and Cinnamon Garland • Materials: Dried orange slices, cinnamon sticks, twine, cranberries (optional). • How to make: Thread dried slices and cinnamon sticks onto twine to make a natural garland. Drape it down the table or wrap around candles. • Tip: It smells amazing and adds a rustic, handmade touch. 5 creative DIY table decoration ideas for Christmas Here are 5 creative DIY table decoration ideas for Christmas — simple, festive, and unique to you…
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