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Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Gingerbread Cookies

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Get ready to spread holiday cheer with this delightful Gingerbread Cookies Recipe! These aromatic cookies are not only easy to prepare but also a joy to decorate, making them perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home. With the warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, they fill your kitchen with a comforting scent that evokes the essence of the season. Whether you’re hosting a party or looking for fun activities with the kids, these cookies offer endless opportunities for creativity. Decorate them with icing and sprinkles for a unique touch or package them beautifully as gifts—everyone will love this seasonal treat!

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

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 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 butter and sugars until fluffy. Add egg and molasses; mix well.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and spices.
  3. Combine dry ingredients with wet mixture on low speed until just mixed.
  4. Chill the dough for at least 2 hours after rolling out to desired thickness.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake cookie shapes for 10-12 minutes until edges darken.
  6. Cool completely before decorating.
  • Author: Sarah DuRoss
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Holiday

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg