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BEST Gingerbread Cookies

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Experience the joy of baking with these BEST Gingerbread Cookies, perfect for spreading festive cheer. Soft, thick, and chewy, these cookies feature a delightful blend of molasses and warming spices that create a rich flavor reminiscent of cozy holiday gatherings. Ideal for decorating or simply enjoying with a cup of hot chocolate, this recipe is straightforward enough for beginners yet satisfying for seasoned bakers. With their long-lasting freshness, you can savor these treats well beyond the holiday season.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (112g) unsalted butter, room temp
  • 6 tbsp vegetable shortening
  • 3/4 cup (150g) dark brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 3/4 cup (250g) unsulphured molasses
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cream of tartar
  • 1/4 tsp ground clove
  • 3 1/2 cups (450g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 1 1/2 cups (165g) powdered sugar
  • 6–8 tsp water
  • 1 tsp corn syrup
  • Gel food coloring (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cream together unsalted butter and vegetable shortening in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  2. Add dark brown sugar and mix until well combined. Incorporate vanilla extract and egg until fully blended.
  3. Gradually stir in unsulphured molasses along with ground ginger, ground cinnamon, kosher salt, baking soda, cream of tartar, and ground clove.
  4. Slowly add all-purpose flour one cup at a time until just combined. Avoid overworking the dough.
  5. Wrap dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll out chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness on a floured surface and cut into desired shapes.
  8. Bake for about 8 minutes or until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Cool before decorating.

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