BEST Gingerbread Cookies
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These BEST gingerbread cookies are the ultimate festive treat! Thick, soft, and chewy, they maintain their delightful texture for days. Infused with rich molasses and warm spices like ginger and cinnamon, each cookie offers a burst of cozy flavor that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. Not only do they taste incredible, but they also look appealing, making them a fantastic choice for decorations or gifting. With an easy-to-follow recipe, even novice bakers can impress family and friends with these classic seasonal delights.
Ingredients
Instructions
Cream together room temperature butter and vegetable shortening in a mixing bowl until fluffy.
Add dark brown sugar and vanilla extract; mix well. Incorporate the egg one at a time.
Stir in unsulphured molasses, spices, salt, baking soda, cream of tartar, and ground cloves.
Gradually add flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Wrap dough in plastic wrap; refrigerate for at least one hour.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out chilled dough to 1/4 inch thickness; cut into shapes with cookie cutters.
Bake for about 8 minutes until edges are firm but not browned; cool on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size
- 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories
- 140 calories
- Sugar Content
- 10g
- Sodium Content
- 80mg
- Fat Content
- 5g
- Saturated Fat Content
- 3g
- Unsaturated Fat Content
- 2g
- Trans Fat Content
- 0g
- Carbohydrate Content
- 22g
- Fiber Content
- 1g
- Protein Content
- 1g
- Cholesterol Content
- 20mg
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