Description
These Soft Gingerbread Cookies are a perfect holiday treat, combining warm spices and rich molasses for a tender, flavorful bite. Rolled in festive Christmas sprinkles, they offer a delightful crunch and colorful appearance, ideal for sharing during Christmas gatherings or gifting.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 cup molasses
Dry Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Coating
- 1 cup Christmas Sprinkles
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar for 2 minutes until light and fluffy. Then add the egg and milk and beat to combine. Incorporate the molasses and continue beating until the mixture is fully combined and smooth. Set this wet mixture aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and salt evenly to ensure the spices and leavening agent are well distributed.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until no dry flour patches remain, forming a smooth dough.
- Chill Dough: Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing it to firm up for easier handling. For best results, leave it overnight.
- Prepare for Baking: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two baking trays with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Sprinkles: Pour the Christmas sprinkles into a shallow bowl for coating the cookie dough balls.
- Form Cookies: Using a small cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls. Roll each dough ball in the sprinkles until fully coated, then space them at least 2 inches apart on the prepared baking trays.
- Bake: Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until they have spread out and browned slightly at the edges. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 3-4 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain softness and freshness.
- Best enjoyed within 2-3 days of baking for optimal flavor and texture.
- Chilling the dough overnight enhances flavor and makes dough easier to handle during shaping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
