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Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Create delightful Gingerbread Cookies that bring warmth and cheer to your holiday celebrations. This easy-to-follow recipe combines fragrant spices and a soft texture, making it perfect for family decorating sessions or festive gatherings. The cookies can be shaped into various fun designs, allowing everyone to join in on the fun. Once baked, these spiced treats can be adorned with colorful icing and sprinkles, making them an ideal gift or decorative centerpiece for your dessert table. With this recipe, you’ll not only create delicious cookies but also lasting memories with loved ones.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
  • 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)

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer, beat together butter, sugars, and salts until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and molasses; mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk flour and spices together.
  4. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture on low speed; mix until just combined.
  5. Divide dough in half; roll each half out to ⅜-inch thick between parchment paper. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Cut cookies into desired shapes and place on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  9. Cool on a rack before decorating.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Holiday

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For softer cookies, reduce baking time slightly or add an extra tablespoon of molasses. Feel free to experiment with different spices or add citrus zest for a unique flavor twist.

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