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ginger cookies

Delicious homemade ginger cookies with warm spices, perfect for holidays or cozy afternoons.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 16
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar for rolling

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, then stir in the molasses.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on lined baking sheets.
  7. Flatten slightly and bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For softer cookies, store with a slice of bread.