Gingerbread Cookies Recipe
Classic gingerbread cookies bursting with warm spices make an irresistible holiday treat. This recipe includes molasses, ginger, and cinnamon for a festive flavor, perfect for decorating or enjoying plain. Great for gifting, sharing, or building gingerbread houses. Easy to make, fun to decorate!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes per batch
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 3/4 cup (1.5 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
- Place on lined baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.
- Cool on wire racks and decorate as desired.
Notes
- Chill dough thoroughly for best results.
- Adjust baking time for softer or crisper cookies.
- Decorate with royal icing or sugar sprinkles for a festive look.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Serving Size:
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
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