Description
Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with these delightful Gingerbread Cookies. Soft and chewy, these festive treats are infused with aromatic spices like ginger and cinnamon, perfectly complemented by rich molasses and brown sugar. Whether you’re gathering with family for cookie decorating or serving them at your next holiday party, these cookies will surely impress everyone with their charming appearance and delicious taste. Easy to make, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Enjoy these spiced cookies alongside a warm beverage or as a thoughtful gift for friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For icing: 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4–6 teaspoons water
- small candies for decorating (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Beat butter and brown sugar until creamy. Mix in molasses, egg yolk, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture until just combined. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least two hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for about 7-9 minutes. Cool before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 118
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg