Description
Ready Mix for Christmas Gingerbread Cookies 1 kg
Ready mix for Christmas gingerbread cookies is a practical solution for the food service industry and home users. The mix contains wheat flour, sugar, powdered eggs, powdered whey, and carefully selected spice blends. The product requires only 100 g of water, 90 g of margarine, and 210 g of honey to prepare an aromatic gingerbread dough.
High-quality ingredients ensure consistent taste and texture of the baked goods. The mix is characterized by a simple preparation method, requiring just 4 minutes of mixing at medium speed. Baking at 180°C for about 10 minutes guarantees excellent results depending on the dough thickness (3-4 mm).
Features and Benefits
The ready gingerbread mix ensures consistent baking quality and significantly reduces preparation time. Traditional spices include cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and other aromas that provide a distinctive holiday flavor.
- Quick preparation: only 4 minutes of mixing ingredients
- Consistent quality thanks to precisely measured ingredients
- Versatile use in various shapes
- Long-lasting freshness of the finished product
- Economical use in recipes
- Natural flavors and ammonium caramel coloring
- No need to add preservatives
- High nutritional value per 100 g of product
The product works well in both small and large baking forms. The mix retains an authentic gingerbread aroma for a long time. The ability to combine with dried fruits, marmalade, cream, or chocolate increases the variety of applications.
High-quality ingredients come from trusted suppliers. Gofrex as the manufacturer ensures consistent quality of all mix components. Precise dosing of spices guarantees even distribution of flavors throughout the dough.
Benefits for the Food Service Industry
Professional pastry chefs and restaurateurs appreciate the mix for saving time and guaranteed quality. Standard dosing eliminates the risk of recipe errors when producing larger batches.
Industry Benefits:
- Reduction of dough preparation time by 70% compared to traditional methods
- Elimination of recipe failure risks through precise ingredients
- Ability to produce larger batches while maintaining uniform quality
- Lower storage costs due to one mix instead of multiple ingredients
- Ease of production cost calculation with a fixed formula
- Extended shelf life of the final product
- Compliance with HACCP requirements and food safety standards
The mix is suitable for bakeries, restaurants, hotels, and cafes. Professionals value the stability of technological properties during baking. The product is suitable for making rolled gingerbread cookies, cut-outs, and molded shapes.
Specifications and Technical Data
The detailed product parameters allow precise production planning and cost calculation. Nutritional values per 100 g include 362 kcal energy value, 2.4 g fat, 76 g carbohydrates, and 9.0 g protein.
| Parameter | Value per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Energy value | 1536 kJ / 362 kcal |
| Fat | 2.4 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 0.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 76 g |
| Sugars | 34 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 9.0 g |
| Salt | 0.84 g |
| Net weight | 1000 g |
| Baking temperature | 180°C |
| Baking time | 10 min |
The mix contains an allergen in the form of gluten from wheat flour and dairy ingredients in whey and skimmed milk powder. The product may contain trace amounts of soy according to the manufacturer’s declaration. Storing in a dry and cool place ensures preservation of properties throughout the shelf life.
The dough consistency after preparation should be uniform and pliable. The optimal rolling thickness is 3-4 mm for even baking. Finished gingerbread cookies are characterized by a typical caramel color and the aroma of spice blends.
Preparation recipe: Add 100 g of water, 90 g of margarine, and 210 g of honey to 1 kg of the mix.
Mixing method: Combine all ingredients for about 4 minutes at medium speed with a flat beater until a uniform consistency is achieved.
Baking temperature: 180°C for about 10 minutes, depending on dough thickness (3-4 mm).
Health benefits of spice blends
Traditional gingerbread spices have documented health benefits. Cinnamon regulates blood sugar levels and supports digestive system function. Ginger has anti-inflammatory effects and improves digestion, especially helpful for nausea. Nutmeg calms nerves and soothes muscle pain. Cloves have antibacterial and pain-relieving properties, traditionally used for oral cavity issues. Allspice supports respiratory system function and acts as an expectorant.
Cardamom improves kidney and heart function, and its subtle sweetness helps people with diabetes. Coriander supports body detoxification and has diuretic properties. Anise soothes stomach ailments, bloating, and indigestion.
The spice blend complex in Gofrex mix preserves the natural properties of each ingredient. Processing under controlled conditions ensures retention of volatile essential oils responsible for aroma and therapeutic effects. Regular consumption of gingerbread with natural spices may support digestion and overall body condition.
Tradition and history of gingerbread
Gingerbread in Poland has a long tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. Torun gingerbread was already renowned throughout Europe in the 14th century. Recipes passed down through generations included honey, rye flour, and exotic spices imported via the Amber Road.
Originally, gingerbread was produced as a product for long-term storage. Honey served as a natural preservative, while spice blends not only added flavor but also protected against spoilage. Traditional methods of aging the dough for several weeks allowed full flavor integration.
Modern ready mixes like Gofrex combine traditional recipes with modern production technologies. Preserving authentic taste while simplifying preparation keeps the gingerbread tradition alive in homes and professional bakeries.
Culinary and decorative uses
The ready gingerbread mix enables creating various confectionery products. Figurative gingerbread cookies shaped like hearts, stars, or Christmas trees are traditional holiday decorations. Gingerbread houses are a popular form of artistic baking combining culinary art with decoration.
Professional bakeries use a mix to produce promotional gingerbread cookies with company prints. Personalized gingerbread cookies become an original marketing tool and business gift. The ability to shape various forms expands commercial applications.
Icing and decorating finished gingerbread cookies allows for the creation of true confectionery works of art. Traditional royal icing, colorful chocolate glazes, and edible decorative elements transform simple baked goods into unique gifts and table decorations.
The Gofrex mix is also excellent for making gingerbread cookies filled with jam or cream. Two-layer constructions with filling create more sophisticated desserts with a richer flavor profile. The dough’s flexibility allows for various presentations of the final product.
