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Delicious and soft Christmas Gingerbread Cookies ready to be decorated.

Gingerbread Cookies

These soft and cozy gingerbread cookies are perfect for the holidays, filling your home with warm spice aromas and delighting your taste buds.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour Gives structure.
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger Main flavor.
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon Adds warmth.
  • 1 tsp ground cloves Adds a cozy note.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Helps cookies puff.
  • 1/2 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter Provides richness.
  • 1 cup brown sugar Keeps cookies soft.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients.
  • 1/2 cup molasses Essential flavor.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances aroma.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a larger bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until creamy and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg, molasses, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
  5. Divide dough into two flat discs, wrap, and chill for at least 2 hours.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment.
  2. Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Cut shapes, place on the sheet, and chill the cutouts for 10 minutes if the kitchen is warm.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set but not dark.
  5. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely.

Notes

Avoid overbaking for soft cookies. Chill the dough for better rolling and to maintain shape. Can freeze dough for up to 2 months.