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Ginger Cookies

These cookies are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors that brings comfort with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar for rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Cookie scoop or spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  4. In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Beat in the egg and molasses until combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Roll each ball of dough in granulated sugar before placing it on the baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.

Notes

For even better flavor, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.