Gingerbread Cookies
Nothing says holiday cheer quite like the aroma of gingerbread cookies filling your kitchen. These cookies are perfect for decorating with icing or simply enjoying with a hot cup of cocoa. Here’s how to make them!
### Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, salt, and baking soda. Set this mix aside; we’ll come back to it in a minute.
- In another large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until it’s light and fluffy. Next, beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; we want them to be soft and chewy!
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (or overnight if you have the time!). This helps the flavors develop and makes it easier to roll out.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place them onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake the cookies for about 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Get creative! Once they’re cool, decorate them with your favorite royal icing or just enjoy them plain. Either way, these gingerbread cookies are sure to be a hit!
So there you have it—your go-to recipe for the most scrumptious Gingerbread Cookies around. Share them with your loved ones and let the holiday spirit shine bright!
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