Soft Gingerbread Cookies Recipe for Christmas Baking
These Soft & Chewy Gingerbread Men Cookies are full of classic spice and holiday joy. Tender in the center with crisp edges, they’re ideal for decorating or enjoying plain.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 2 hours chill)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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3/4 tsp baking soda
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1/4 tsp salt
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1 tbsp ground ginger
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1 tbsp ground cinnamon
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1/2 tsp ground cloves
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1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
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3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
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3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
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1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and spices.
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In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla.
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Gradually mix in dry ingredients until dough forms. Divide and wrap in plastic.
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Chill dough for at least 2 hours.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to 1/4 inch and cut with gingerbread man cutter.
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Place cookies on parchment-lined sheet. Bake 8–10 minutes.
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Cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to rack. Decorate when fully cool.
Notes
Chill is essential for shape and flavor. Store in airtight container for 1 week or freeze baked cookies for 1 month.