Description
Transport yourself back to cozy childhood memories with these delightful crispy gingerbread cookies. Perfectly spiced with ginger and cinnamon, and enriched with molasses, each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a warm aroma that fills your kitchen with holiday cheer. These cookies are ideal for decorating or enjoying straight out of the oven, making them a festive favorite for gatherings or afternoons with tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add molasses and egg to the butter mixture; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just blended.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm; cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg