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Gingerbread Cookies

Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

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Gingerbread cookies are a beloved holiday classic, filling your home with delightful spices and festive cheer. This easy gingerbread cookies recipe promises to create soft, flavorful treats that are perfect for decorating and sharing with loved ones. With warm notes of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies will impress at any gathering or can be enjoyed in the comfort of your home. Whether you choose to decorate them with icing or keep them simple, they are sure to become a cherished holiday tradition.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • ½ cup dark brown sugar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsulphured molasses
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions

  1. In a stand mixer, cream together the butter, sugars, and salts until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and molasses; mix until combined.
  3. Whisk together flour and spices in a separate bowl.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; mix on low speed until combined.
  5. Divide dough in half, roll out between parchment paper to ⅜-inch thickness, and chill for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cut shapes from dough and place on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before decorating.

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