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Best Gingerbread Recipe

This gingerbread captures the cozy essence of the holidays with a soft, chewy texture and a rich blend of flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, beat the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Mix in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Using your hands, form the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are firm.

Notes

Try using cookie cutters for fun shapes; kids love this!