Description
Delightful holiday cookies with warm spices and a beautiful powdered sugar coating, perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
- Allow to cool before enjoying.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American