Ingredients for Best Ever Ginger Cookies
- 1 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Ground Cloves
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How to Make Best Ever Ginger Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/2 cup molasses until light and fluffy.
- Beat in 1 large egg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll the dough balls in 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
- Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
13g
Carbs
4g
