Classic Gingerbread Cookies
These traditional Christmas cookies are perfectly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and molasses. Perfect for decorating and gift-giving!
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3
Beat in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4
Gradually mix in the flour mixture until a dough forms.
- 5
Divide dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- 6
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough on floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
- 7
Cut with cookie cutters and place on parchment-lined baking sheets.
- 8
Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- 9
Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
- 10
Decorate with royal icing once completely cooled.