Description
Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with these delightful Gingerbread Cookies. Infused with rich spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these cookies are perfect for festive gatherings or cozy afternoons at home. Their soft texture and inviting aroma will fill your kitchen with the essence of Christmas, making them a beloved treat for all ages. Not only are they a joy to bake and decorate, but they also store well for sharing or gifting. Embrace your creativity as you adorn them with icing and colorful candies, or enjoy them plain for a classic taste of the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup molasses
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices.
- In a stand mixer, beat butter and brown sugar until creamy. Add molasses, egg yolk, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients until fully incorporated. Shape into a disk and wrap in plastic wrap; chill for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out dough to about ¼-inch thickness and cut into desired shapes.
- Place cookies on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 7–9 minutes or until just set. Let cool before decorating with icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg