Description
Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that fills your kitchen with warmth and enticing aromas. Perfectly chewy and bursting with rich ginger and spice flavors, these cookies are not only easy to make but also ideal for any festive gathering. Their versatility means you can enjoy them plain or decorated with icing, making them a fun project for bakers of all ages. Whether you’re hosting a Christmas party, participating in a cookie exchange, or simply treating yourself on a cozy night in, these cookies are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar OR white wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 5 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar using an electric mixer.
- Add egg, molasses, vinegar, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and spices together.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture and mix until just combined. Chill dough for one hour.
- Roll chilled dough into balls and place on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers look soft; cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg