Classic Gingerbread Cutout Cookies
Classic Gingerbread Cutout Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that captures the essence of the season. With their warm, spiced flavor and soft texture, these cookies offer a perfect canvas for festive decorations. Ideal for sharing with loved ones or making festive memories, they transform simple ingredients into an irresistible dessert that will bring smiles to everyone’s faces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, cream brown sugar and softened butter until fluffy.
- Mix in molasses and the egg until fully incorporated.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut out shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place on lined baking sheets and bake for about 8–10 minutes until edges are firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a lighter flavor, substitute molasses with honey. Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture. Decorate with royal icing or sprinkles post-baking for festive flair.