Classic Gingerbread Cookies
Soft, spiced gingerbread cookies with a molasses depth and warming ginger kick. Mix, chill, cut, and bake for showstopping results in under an hour.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 24
- Calories
- 142
- Protein
- 1g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
Beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
Step 3
Add molasses and beat until combined, scraping down the bowl.
Step 4
Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, and baking soda in a separate bowl.
Step 5
Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Step 6
Chill dough for 15 minutes until firm enough to roll without sticking.
Step 7
Roll dough between two pieces of parchment to 1/4-inch thickness.
Step 8
Cut into shapes with a 2–3 inch cookie cutter. Place 2 inches apart on sheet.
Step 9
Bake 10–12 minutes until edges set but centers still soft. Cool on pan 5 min.
Step 10
Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
- electric mixer or whisk
- mixing bowls
- measuring cups and spoons
- rolling pin
- cookie cutter
- wire cooling rack
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