Gingerbread Cookies
Delightful holiday cookies featuring a warm blend of spices that are perfect for sharing at festive occasions.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Roll the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart.
Baking
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Enhance flavor by adding a touch of molasses or honey for extra sweetness. Customize with different types of chocolate chips or nuts based on preference. Icing decorations can add a festive flair.