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Prep Time
30 min
Servings
24
Cook Time
10 min
CookiesMedium
Gingerbread Cookies
Warm, spiced gingerbread cookies perfect for holiday decorating or everyday snacking.
1Ingredients
Adjust Servings
24
- 3 cups flour
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 3/4 cup butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 egg
2Instructions
- 1
Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
- 2
Cream butter and brown sugar; beat in molasses and egg.
- 3
Add dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- 4
Chill dough for at least 2 hours.
- 5
Roll out and cut into shapes.
- 6
Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
Baker's Tips
- •Chill dough overnight for best results
- •Decorate with royal icing when cooled