Delicious and Spiced Moravian Ginger Cookies Recipe

Enjoy the warmth and spice of these traditional Moravian ginger cookies. Made with molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies are perfect for the holidays or any time you want a sweet treat with a bit of a kick.

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
3. In a large bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg.
4. Gradually mix in dry ingredients until well combined. Chill dough in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
5. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar. Place on prepared baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are set and edges are slightly golden.
7. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.

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