Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies are the quintessential holiday treat, bringing warmth and cheer to your kitchen. With their rich blend of spices and sweet molasses, these soft, chewy cookies are perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights in. Not only are they delicious on their own, but they also make a fantastic canvas for fun decorations. Bake up a batch and indulge in the nostalgic flavors of the season!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves (optional)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- Icing sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and beaten egg; mix well.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until a thick dough forms.
- Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
- Place the shapes on prepared baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Let cool before decorating with icing sugar mixed with water or lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding freshly grated nutmeg or chocolate chips to the dough. - Chill the dough for easier rolling and cutting. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.