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Soft Gingerbread Cookies

Soft Gingerbread Cookies You Can't Resist This Holiday Season

Enjoy Soft Gingerbread Cookies this holiday season with a delightful twist and irresistible maple glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1 cup unsalted butter adds richness
  • 1 cup light or dark brown sugar sweetens and keeps cookies moist
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar used for rolling dough
  • 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses essential for gingerbread flavor
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger brings warm flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps achieve chewy texture
  • 1 pinch salt enhances sweetness
For the Maple Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar ensures a smooth finish
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup star ingredient for glaze

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and molasses, mixing until well combined.
  3. Gradually incorporate flour, baking soda, ginger, and salt, mixing until just combined.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers are soft.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.
  10. Prepare maple glaze by whisking powdered sugar and maple syrup until smooth.
  11. Dip half of each cookie into the glaze and allow excess to drip off.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies evoke holiday memories and are perfect for sharing with friends and family.

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