Soft Gingerbread Cookies
Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a delightful treat filled with warmth and spice, perfect for holiday gatherings or enjoying with a hot beverage.
Ingredients
Dry 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 salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure your butter is softened for a smoother dough.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses A substitute can be honey or maple syrup if needed.
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are set and centers are soft.
- Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
For a festive touch, consider frosting them with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and milk. To keep cookies fresh, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.