Description
Delightful cookies with rich flavors of ginger and spice, perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Incorporate the molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until a dough forms.
- Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll the chilled dough into small balls and coat in powdered sugar.
- Arrange on lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow cooling on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For an extra kick, try adding nutmeg or allspice. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg