Description
Soft Gingerbread Cookies are the perfect cozy treat for the holiday season. With their soft and chewy texture, these cookies are infused with aromatic spices that bring warmth to any gathering. Easy to make with basic ingredients, this recipe is an ideal choice for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Whether you enjoy them plain or decorated with icing, these delightful cookies are sure to impress your family and friends this festive season. They also store well, allowing you to prepare them ahead of time for holiday parties or gift-giving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add the egg, molasses, vinegar, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Gradually add this dry mixture into the wet mixture while mixing on low speed until combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto lined baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are set but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg