Description
Gingerbread cookies are the ultimate festive treat, perfect for holiday celebrations and family gatherings. Their warm blend of spices fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, creating a cozy atmosphere that’s ideal for creating cherished memories. Whether you’re looking to decorate beautiful cookie shapes or enjoy a nostalgic bite, this classic recipe delivers delicious results every time. With a straightforward process suitable for bakers of all levels, these cookies bring fun and creativity to the table. Get ready to impress your loved ones with these delightful gingerbread cookies that are sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- (optional) zest of one small orange
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (for icing)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (for icing)
- (optional) simple icing, red hots, sprinkles, etc.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
- Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are firm but not darkened.
- Allow cookies to cool on a rack before decorating.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg