Classic Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Name: Classic Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups (about 17 oz.) all-purpose flour, plus more for surface; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon table salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 10 tablespoons (5 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature; 3/4 cup (5 3/8 oz.) packed light brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1/3 cup molasses; 3 cups (about 12 oz.) powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons meringue powder; 4-6 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

4 cups (about 17 oz.) all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
10 tablespoons (5 oz.) unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup (5 3/8 oz.) packed light brown sugar
1 large egg
1/3 cup molasses
3 cups (about 12 oz.) powdered sugar
2 tablespoons meringue powder
4-6 tablespoons water

1
Prepare the Cookies: Whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and cloves in a large bowl. Place butter and brown sugar in another large bowl; beat with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Beat in egg; beat in molasses, stopping to scrape sides of bowl as necessary. Add flour mixture; beat on low speed until just combined, about 2 minutes. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface; knead 3 to 4 times. Divide dough in half; shape each half into a disk. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill about 30 minutes.
2
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Working with 1 dough disk at a time, roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness on lightly floured surface. Cut dough into desired shapes, and place 1 inch apart on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake in preheated oven until cookies are set when touched in the centers, 7 to 8 minutes. Cool on pans about 5 minutes; remove to wire racks, and cool completely, about 20 minutes.
3
Prepare the Icing: Combine powdered sugar and meringue powder in a medium bowl; add 3 tablespoons of the water, beating with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes. Beat on high speed until white and fluffy, adding additional water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if necessary until desired consistency is reached. If desired, divide icing into 3 or 4 portions, and tint each with food coloring. Decorate cookies as desired with icing.
4
If tinted icings are too thin, add additional powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency

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kcal

Calories

Fat

224

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups (about 17 oz.) all-purpose flour, plus more for surface, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, and more.

Yes, Classic Gingerbread Cookies falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Classic Gingerbread Cookies

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