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Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe Easy Chewy Holiday Treats to Make

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A soft and chewy gingerbread cookie recipe perfect for cozy holiday evenings, featuring warm spices and molasses with a tender texture that lasts for days.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (220g) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) molasses, unsulfured
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients (5 minutes): In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar (3–4 minutes): Using a hand mixer, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy and light in color.
  3. Add Molasses, Egg, and Vanilla (2 minutes): Beat in the molasses, then add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry (3 minutes): Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Add a teaspoon of milk if dough is crumbly.
  5. Chill the Dough (30 minutes minimum): Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge to firm up.
  6. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  7. Shape the Cookies (5–10 minutes): Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Optionally roll and cut shapes with cookie cutters.
  8. Bake (8–10 minutes): Bake until edges are set but centers look soft, about 8 minutes. They will firm up as they cool.
  9. Cool Completely (15 minutes): Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Chill dough thoroughly for at least 30 minutes to prevent spreading and maintain chewiness. Do not overbake; cookies should look slightly underdone when removed. Use dark molasses for richer flavor. Fresh spices improve taste. Add a teaspoon of milk if dough is crumbly. Test bake one cookie first to check baking time.

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