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A collection of freshly baked gingerbread cookies arranged on a cooling rack.

Best way to grow 3 Gingerbread Cookies

A charming recipe for creating three perfectly spiced gingerbread cookies, ideal for small batches or intimate gatherings. Enjoy the delightful aroma and classic taste of these festive treats.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 3 cookies
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 ¼ cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ tsp Ground ginger
  • 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp Ground cloves
  • ½ tsp Baking soda
  • ¼ tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter (1 stick)
  • ½ cup Brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup Molasses
  • 1 large Egg yolk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the molasses, egg yolk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a soft dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into three equal portions, shape each into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one chilled dough disc to about ¼-inch thickness, then cut out cookie shapes using gingerbread cookie cutters.
  3. Carefully transfer the cut cookies to the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
  4. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm and lightly browned; let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Repeat with the remaining dough discs. Decorate as desired once cooled.

Notes

For best results, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling to prevent spreading. Decorate with royal icing once completely cooled.