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Irresistible Gingerbread Cookies Recipe That Never Fails

Gingerbread cookies recipe

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Make classic gingerbread cookies with this easy recipe. Perfect for holidays or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup molasses

Instructions

  1. Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a bowl.
  2. Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg and molasses.
  3. Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
  4. Divide dough in half, flatten into disks, and chill for 1 hour.
  5. Roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness and cut into shapes.
  6. Bake at 350°F for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Cool on a wire rack before decorating.

Notes

  • Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • For softer cookies, bake for less time.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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