Gingerbread Cookie Recipe
Get ready to fill your home with the warm, comforting aroma of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses with our delightful Gingerbread Cookies recipe. These classic holiday treats are perfect for festive gatherings, cookie exchanges, or simply cozying up by the fireplace with a cup of hot cocoa.
Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
- Divide the dough in half, shape each into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough, cut out shapes, and bake for 8-10 minutes.