Soft and Chewy Gingerbread Cookie Recipe: A Cozy Holiday Treat
Enjoy the rich flavors and warm spices of this soft and chewy gingerbread cookie recipe, perfect for the holiday season.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar together until fluffy.
- Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until combined.
- Form the dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set.
- Let cool on wire racks before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips or nuts.
- These cookies can be rolled in sugar before baking for added sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Soft and Chewy Gingerbread Cookie Recipe, Gingerbread Cookies, Holiday Treats