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gingerbread cookies recipe

This delightful gingerbread cookies recipe brings the warmth of holiday spices into your kitchen. Perfect for decorating or enjoying with a warm beverage, these cookies have a spicy flavor and a soft texture that will make them a favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 rolling pin
  • 1 cookie cutters
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ cup unsulfured molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • optional decorating icing
  • optional sprinkles

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt until well combined.
  • In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well blended.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms.
  • Divide the dough into two balls, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • Once chilled, roll out one ball of dough on a lightly floured surface to about ¼-inch thickness.
  • Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  • If desired, decorate with icing and sprinkles once completely cooled.

Notes

For a softer cookie, bake for a shorter time.
You can add more spices according to your taste preference or incorporate nuts or dried fruits for added texture. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy your delightful gingerbread cookies!