Description
These delightful cookies are a heartwarming holiday treat, combining spices and sweetness for a festive celebration.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (or vegan butter)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup molasses (or honey/agave)
- 1 large egg (or unsweetened applesauce/mashed banana)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions
- Cream the butter and sugars together in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the molasses and egg, mixing until just combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a separate bowl, whisking flour, spices, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Chill the dough covered with plastic wrap for at least 60 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough to ¼ inch thickness and cut into festive shapes.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden, then cool on a rack.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best mixing. Avoid overmixing once adding dry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Christmas cookies, festive treats, holiday baking, spiced cookies