Description
Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a holiday classic with a perfectly spiced, chewy texture. These comforting treats are easy to make, versatile for decorating, and perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family baking sessions.
Ingredients
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup molasses
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- Beat softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until dough forms. Divide, wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
- Shape the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
- Roll in Sugar
- Coat cookies in granulated sugar and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake
- Bake 8-10 minutes. Cool before decorating if desired.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps maintain cookie shapes during baking.
Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze undecorated cookies for three months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 24 cookies
