Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For decorating:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3-4 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Food coloring
- Sprinkles and candies
Instructions
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Whisk flour, spices, baking soda, and salt together.
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Cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
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Beat in molasses, egg, and vanilla.
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Gradually mix in dry ingredients until combined.
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Chill dough for at least 3 hours.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Roll dough 1/4-inch thick on floured surface.
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Cut with festive cookie cutters.
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Place on lined baking sheets.
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Bake 9-11 minutes until edges are firm.
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Cool completely before decorating.
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Decorate with royal icing and candies.
Bite into these Gingerbread Cookies and experience the perfect snap giving way to a tender, spice-filled center! Each cookie delivers that classic holiday flavor that’s both warming and nostalgic, decorated with personality and charm. Whether you’re leaving them for Santa or hosting a cookie decorating party, these gingerbread friends promise to bring smiles and holiday cheer. So dust off those cookie cutters, warm up those spices, and get ready to create a batch of cookies that’ll have everyone feeling merry and bright!
