Gingerbread Cookie Recipe
These homemade gingerbread cookies are crisp-edged, soft-centered treats bursting with holiday spices and perfect for Christmas decorating.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves (or all-spice blend)
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/4 cup molasses (unsulphured recommended)
- 1 tbsp milk (dairy or almond)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened applesauce (for a lighter twist)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt in a medium bowl—set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, molasses, milk, and applesauce.
- Gradually blend in the dry ingredients on low speed until a soft dough forms; do not overmix.
- Divide dough, chill, roll, and cut into shapes. Bake until set and slightly puffed. Cool and decorate.
Notes
Sift dry ingredients to avoid lumps. For a nuttier flavor, swap out some flour for whole-wheat pastry flour. Coconut sugar can be used in place of brown sugar, but adjust for texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 150kcal
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