Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade gingerbread cookies, rich with spices and perfect for festive celebrations or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup dark molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until creamy. Gradually add molasses and the egg while mixing until well combined.
- Slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until fully incorporated. The dough should be well combined but not overly sticky.
- Roll the dough into small balls (about one inch) and place them on prepared baking sheets. Chill in the refrigerator for about one hour.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until set but still soft in the center. Allow cooling on wire racks before decorating or enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie [30g]
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a healthier twist, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.