Description

Create delightful memories this holiday season with our Gingerbread Cookies Recipe, a classic treat that fills your home with warmth and festive cheer. These spiced cookies, bursting with flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, are not only a joy to bake but also perfect for decorating with loved ones. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or looking to share sweet gifts, these gingerbread cookies will surely impress everyone. The simple preparation makes it an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels, ensuring that each bite is soft, flavorful, and beautifully adorned.

Ingredients

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1 cup unsalted butter
½ cup dark brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
½ teaspoon coarse sea salt
1 large egg
2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
2¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
¾ teaspoon ground cloves
Icing and sprinkles for decorating

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Instructions

In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat softened butter with granulated and dark brown sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add in the egg and molasses; mix until incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Gradually add to the wet mixture at low speed until just combined.
Divide the dough in half and roll each portion between parchment paper to about ⅜-inch thick. Stack on a sheet pan, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cut chilled dough into shapes using cookie cutters and place on lined baking sheets.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly darkened. Cool before decorating as desired.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
Calories: 140
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 20mg