Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 120kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Cookie Cutters
- Baking Sheets
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until a smooth dough forms.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface. Use cookie cutters to create fun shapes. Place them on a baking sheet and bake until crisp, about 8-10 minutes.
- Cool completely before decorating.
Notes
Baking gingerbread cookies brings back warm memories of family traditions. Enjoy the process and create joyful moments with loved ones!
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 100mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 300IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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