Gingerbread Cookies
These easy gingerbread cookies are warmly spiced and designed to hold their shape in the oven, perfect for holiday decorating.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened for smooth mixing.
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking area.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
Mixing
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Shaping and Baking
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Cut into shapes using cookie cutters and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm.
Cooling and Decorating
- Let cool and decorate as desired.
Notes
Store cooled gingerbread cookies in an airtight container. For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe container.