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Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies

These delightful, spicy-sweet gingerbread cookies bring warmth and tradition to your kitchen, perfect for sharing with loved ones during cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the dough
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (softened) Softened to room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses (unsulphured)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon Increase to 2 tsp for a stronger flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp dried ground ginger Increase to 1-2 tsp for a stronger flavor.
  • optional granulated sugar to roll cookie dough balls in

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy—about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg and molasses, mixing until everything is velvety smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and ginger, stirring to bring those fragrant spices together.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until fully combined.
  6. Scoop balls of dough that are slightly smaller than a golf ball, and if desired, roll them in granulated sugar.
  7. Place them on a baking sheet, 2 to 3 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes.
Cooling
  1. Once out of the oven, allow them to cool on the baking sheet for around 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For a subtle twist, try adding a dash of nutmeg or your favorite spice. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.