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Simple Gingerbread Cookies

 



 

 

I actually never liked gingerbread cookies growing up, but now they are the most Christmas-y treats I cannot get enough of. My tastes have definitely changed over time, but this wasn’t about the palette, I realized I don’t like cloves! So, this is a delicious and simple gingerbread cookie recipe with no cloves. You actually won’t find them in any recipes of mine, from gingerbread cookies to pumpkin pie…all clove free! Sorry cloves, no hard feelings?

 

Simple Gingerbread Cookie Recipe | brit strawbridge

 

But fear not! Classics can still be classics even if they are a little different. I bet, the clove lovers will still eat every last crumb of these Simple Gingerbread Cookies, as will the ones who thought they didn’t like these delicious little men.

 

I am all for having simple + essential recipes in my pocket. It doesn’t hurt to know the basics! Like a good chocolate chip cookie recipe, basic mac + cheese and of course, gingerbread cookies at Christmas. These little cuties are simple, chewy + extremely addictive – bake at your own discretion!

 

Simple Gingerbread Cookie Recipe | brit strawbridge

 

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Simple Gingerbread Cookies

A simple + delicious gingerbread cookie recipe to comfort all your holiday vibes!

Course Dessert

Ingredients

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp. baking powder
  • ½ tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup unsalted butter at room temperature
  • 1 cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda and spices to combine; set aside.

  2. In a separate bowl (I use a stand mixer with a fitted with the paddle attachment - but you can use a bowl and do it by hand for a serious arm workout!) cream together the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes

  3. Mix in the molasses and egg until combined

  4. Add the dry ingredients from the other bowl and mix together

  5. Cover the bowl and chill the dough in a refrigerator for at least 2 hours (I chill mine overnight!)

  6. Your dough may be rock hard if you leave it overnight & THAT'S OKAY! Just poke some holes in it and let it sit out for 20 minutes. It will start to soften very quickly! You can also cut it very carefully as it starts to thaw to make it go faster. Then work the dough to a consistent form.

  7. Preheat the oven to 350° F

  8. Line baking sheets with parchment paper

  9. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured work surface to about a 1/4 inch thickness. If you want them chewier, I would roll them out to 1/2 inch thickness (though 1/4 inch will still be chewy)

  10. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters

  11. Place the cookie shapes onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart

  12. Bake for 10 minutes, rotating the pans halfway through baking (stick a toothpick in the cookie, if it comes out clean, it's done!)

  13. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack and let cool completely

  14. Decorate as desired.

Recipe Notes

I span baking my gingerbread cookies overnight. I find they always have the perfect consistency + chewiness; but if you can only let the dough sit for a few hours that's okay too!

What are some of your favourite holiday treats to bake?

 

 Simple Gingerbread Cookie Recipe | brit strawbridge

 

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  1. I love gingerbread all year round, it pairs so well with a cup of good tea and it is so easy to make. I’m going to have to try your recipe next time I make a batch of cookies.

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  3. I also didn’t like gingerbread growing up. But now, I can’t get enough of it! And my 4yo could eat gingerbread cookies year-round!

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  13. I am always so intimidated by Gingerbread Cookies but you made these ones so easy to do and understand. Also, can we just talk about how perfect your food photography is?!

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  15. Gingerbread cookies always remind me of my grandmother. I make some myself but I was never able to recreate the ones she made. I will try your recipe. Maybe this would taste just like my Nana’s cookies.

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  16. So I am in hopes that I am like you in that I never liked gingerbread growing up but here I am, nearly 40 and I can’t remember the last time I had a fresh ginger bread cookie…. maybe I would like it! I will try it this year thanks to you!

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  19. As a beginner in baking, I like trying out the classic recipes. Knowing the basics is really essential before creating those with a twist.

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  27. Gingered cookies sounds really delicious and look so easy to make, I will save this recipe and will make this for my kids.

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  28. This cookie looks very tasty. I will definitely try this for my kids. They will love it for sure. Thank you soo much.

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  29. I do love gingerbread, is the cookie of Christmas! I have never tried to make it myself though. Your recipe make it sounds so easy, so maybe I’ll try it this holiday season.

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  31. Everyone loves these cookies now and then all-time favorite kids so love this, the best snack with hot milk or juice perfect.

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  32. I really wanted to try my hand at making some gingerbread over the christmas so I will definitely be saving this recipe! They look delicious and you made it seem so easy to make! I can’t wait to give it a go :3

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