Description
Gingerbread cookies are the quintessential holiday treat, merging warm spices and rich molasses into delightful bites that evoke cherished memories. These festive cookies are simple to make and perfect for decorating with family, making them a beloved addition to any gathering. Enjoy them plain or adorned with icing, as they fill your home with the comforting aroma of the season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Mix in molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/2 inch; cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on baking sheets and bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm. Cool before decorating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg