Description
Comforting gingerbread cookies with a soft, chewy center and spiced flavor, perfect for the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- 3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- 4. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract.
- 5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
- 6. Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet, flattening them slightly.
- 7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are firm.
- 8. Allow them to cool on a wire rack before serving.