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Ginger Cookies

Soft and Chewy Ginger Cookies

The Crispy Chef
These soft and chewy ginger cookies are the perfect blend of warm spices and deep molasses flavor. With golden edges and tender centers, they're the ultimate nostalgic treat for cozy days, holidays, or anytime comfort is needed.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

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

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes). Add egg, molasses, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  • Gradually stir dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a thick, soft dough forms.
  • Cover and refrigerate dough for at least 30 minutes or overnight to prevent spreading.
  • Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls. Coat in granulated sugar and place on the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are golden and centers look soft. Bake 1 minute more for crispier cookies.
  • Let cookies cool 5 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or store for later.

Notes

For extra zing, fold in chopped crystallized ginger or add a pinch of black pepper. To make them vegan, use plant-based butter and a flax egg. Cookies can be frozen baked or unbaked for future treats. Don’t overbake — they’ll continue to firm up as they cool.

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 85mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.8mg
Keyword chewy cookies, ginger cookies, holiday baking, molasses cookies
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