Soft Gingerbread Cookies
These Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a delightful treat filled with warm spices, perfect for holiday gatherings or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee.
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 the butter is softened for a smooth dough.
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- 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
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. They can also be frozen for up to three months.