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Soft Batch Gingerbread Cookies with Ginger Glaze: The Best Recipe

Soft Batch Gingerbread Cookies with Ginger Glaze

Enjoy these soft and chewy gingerbread cookies topped with a sweet ginger glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
  4. Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are set.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For an extra kick, add some grated fresh ginger to the dough.
  • These cookies can be decorated with icing for holidays.

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