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Gingerbread Cookies
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Prep time 1hr 15mins
Cook time 10mins
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ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- pinch cloves
- pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1 egg
Method
Step 1
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Set aside.
Step 2
In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar together on medium-high for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add the molasses and egg; beat on medium until combined. Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
Step 3
Preheat the oven to 340ºF. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 4
Remove dough from the fridge. Using a floured rolling pin, roll out the dough to 1/8-inch thick. Cut desired shapes with cookie cutters. Transfer to prepared sheets, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool.