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Perfectly Spiced Gingerbread Cookies You’ll Love

Perfectly Spiced Gingerbread Cookies You’ll Love made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until combined.
  • Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Divide the dough into two portions, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion of the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Cut out shapes with your favorite cookie cutters and place them on a lined baking sheet.
  • Bake for 9-12 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers are still soft.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Once completely cool, decorate with icing or enjoy as is!