Description
Indulge in these incredibly soft and chewy gingerbread cookies, crafted with dark brown sugar and molasses for a rich, deep flavor profile. Unlike traditional crispy snaps, these treats maintain a tender crumb and a perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture. Featuring a signature blend of warming ginger and cinnamon, these cookies are a quintessential holiday treat that brings bakery-quality results right into your own home kitchen.
Ingredients
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup unsulphured molasses
3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg, room temperature
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
Cream the softened butter and brown sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Beat in the molasses and the egg until fully incorporated.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, and baking soda.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring on low speed until just combined.
Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flour to hydrate fully.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll the chilled dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 10 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft.
Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature to achieve the best creamed texture. Chilling the dough is essential for preventing the cookies from spreading too thin and ensures a soft, consistent texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 22mg