Soft Gingerbread Cookies

These Soft Gingerbread Cookies are the perfect treat for the holiday season. Made with a blend of spices and molasses, these cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor. They are simple to make and can be enjoyed by the whole family. Whether you are hosting a holiday party or just want to indulge in a festive treat, these soft gingerbread cookies will not disappoint. They are great for cookie exchanges and make wonderful edible gifts. So get into the holiday spirit and bake a batch of these delicious cookies today!

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Scoop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls. Roll the dough balls in granulated sugar to coat.
6. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are puffed and cracked. Do not overbake.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

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