Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¾ cup softened butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup molasses
- 1 beaten egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Add spices and whisk together.
- In another bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in molasses and beaten egg until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough for about 1 hour.
- Roll out the dough to ¼-inch thickness and shape with cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on prepared baking sheets with enough space to spread.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are firm.
- Allow cookies to cool before decorating or enjoying.
Notes
Chilling the dough helps maintain cookie shape and enhances flavors. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian