Herdy’s Ginger ‘Peep’ Biscuits

There’s something undeniably heartwarming about the spicy aroma of gingerbread filling your home during the festive period. It’s cosy, nostalgic, and the perfect Christmas indulgence.

Herdy 'Peep' Ginger and dark chocolate cookies with Christmas decoration

At Herdy, we’ve had our fair share of fun with gingerbread in the past, from biscuits with 'Muddy Boots' to 'Christmas Tree Decorations'. This year, we’re stepping things up with a ginger and dark chocolate recipe that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. These ginger ‘peep’ biscuits are sure to bring smiles all around.

Ingredients

16 oz plain flour
¼ tsp bicarbonate of soda
5 tsp ground ginger
2 tsp ground cinnamon
6 oz butter
6 oz soft brown sugar
6 tbsp golden syrup
250g dark chocolate

Details

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Makes: Approx. 24 cookies
Difficulty: Easy/Medium
Ewe’ll Need: Herdy Cookie Cutter Set

Method

1. Prepare the Wet Ingredients

In a pan, gently melt the butter, sugar, and golden syrup over low heat until they combine into a smooth mixture. Be careful not to overheat.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, sieve together the flour, bicarbonate of soda, ground ginger, and cinnamon. Give it a good stir to ensure everything is evenly mixed.

3. Combine

Pour the melted butter mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a dough forms. It should be soft but firm enough to roll.

4. Roll and Shape

Once the dough is cool enough to handle, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to about 7mm thickness. Use the smaller cutter from your Herdy Cookie Cutter Set to create adorable gingerbread Herdy shapes.

5. Bake

Carefully place your cookies on a non-stick baking sheet or line with parchment paper. Bake at 160°C for 15 minutes or until they’re golden and firm to the touch. Let them cool completely on a wire rack.

6. Melt the Chocolate

Break the dark chocolate into small pieces and melt using a bain-marie or microwave. If using the bain-marie method, place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir gently until fully melted, ensuring no water gets into the chocolate.

Ginger Herdy biscuits being dunked in chocolate

Herdy ginger and chocolate biscuits drying

7. Create the ‘Peep’ Effect

Dip each gingerbread Herdy head into the melted chocolate, stopping just below the eyes. This gives the playful effect of Herdy ‘peeping’ over a chocolatey layer. Place the biscuits on parchment paper and allow the chocolate to fully set.

Share the Joy

Your Herdy ginger ‘peep’ biscuits are now ready to enjoy. Share them with friends and family, pair them with a warm cuppa or hot chocolate, or package them up as thoughtful homemade gifts.