Ah, Gingerbread Cookies—because who needs to wait for the holidays to enjoy festive flavors? These spicy delights make ginger and molasses their partners in crime, creating a cookie that’s as cozy as a holiday sweater. Imagine biting into a cookie with a rich blend of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves that practically sings “Yule tide cheer.”
No need for fancy decorations or elaborate icing—just pure, unabashed spice and sweetness that’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance. Who says you can’t indulge in holiday treats year-round? So, roll up those sleeves and start baking; the holiday cheer is just a cookie away.
Kentucky Butter Cake Cookies
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Mix in molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are firm.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a touch of black pepper for an extra kick.
- Decorate with simple icing or sugar crystals if you’re feeling fancy.
Summary of the Recipe
Gingerbread Cookies blend zesty ginger with warm spices for a classic treat that’s perfect for any season. Easy to bake and even easier to enjoy.
Servings of the Recipe
Yields about 24 cookies.
Estimated Cost of the Recipe
$8-$10, depending on ingredient brands and local prices.
Prep Time of the Recipe
20 minutes.
Cook Time of the Recipe
10-12 minutes.
Total Time Taken to Prepare the Recipe
30-35 minutes.
Which Course Does This Recipe Come Under?
Dessert.
Which Cuisine Does This Recipe Come Under?
American.
What Are All the Equipment That Are Required in This Recipe?
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer
- Rolling pin
- Cookie cutters
- Baking sheets
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
What Are All the Ingredients and Their Quantity That Are Required in This Recipe?
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
Instructions in Steps
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until creamy.
- Mix in molasses and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Cut out shapes with cookie cutters and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are firm.
- Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 150
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Add a touch of black pepper for an extra kick.
- Decorate with simple icing or sugar crystals if you’re feeling fancy.
