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Gingerbread Cookies

These festive gingerbread cookies, packed with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, have a crunchy exterior and a soft, chewy center, making them perfect for holiday gatherings and family baking nights.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Baking
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Pinch of salt to balance flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 3/4 cup Butter Softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1/2 cup Molasses For depth of flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes for easier handling.
Baking
  1. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the cookies are slightly puffed.
  4. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Pro Tips: Chill the dough to prevent spreading, use fresh spices for enhanced flavor, and decorate with icing for a festive touch.