Gingerbread Cookies
Gingerbread cookies are a beloved holiday classic, combining the warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a delightful treat. With a soft texture and sweet aroma, these cookies evoke nostalgic memories of festive gatherings. This easy recipe invites you to create your own batch, perfect for decorating or enjoying plain. Gather your loved ones for a baking experience that fills your home with warmth and joy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture; blend well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets, flatten slightly, and bake for about 10 minutes until edges are firm but centers are soft.
- Cool on wire racks before decorating or enjoying plain.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - Substitute molasses with honey for a sweeter taste. - Add chocolate chips or candied ginger for extra flavor. - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for freshness.