These ginger cookies are packed with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, making them the perfect treat for the holidays or any time you're craving a cozy, comforting dessert. They are soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced, with just the right amount of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, then gradually stir in the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls, roll in granulated sugar, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until cookies are set but still soft in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
