Festive Spiced Gingerbread Cookies

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Festive Spiced Gingerbread Cookies fill your home with the warm, inviting aroma of holiday spices. These vegetarian treats are crafted with a rich blend of spices and the deep sweetness of molasses, making them a perfect addition to your holiday celebrations. Ideal for decorating with loved ones or enjoying alongside a cozy cup of tea, these cookies are a must-have for the season.

With gluten and egg allergies in mind, this American classic is versatile enough for any festive gathering. Easily select this recipe from your easyChef Pro App, where you can access personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Organize your ingredients and follow our step-by-step guide to create these delicious cookies today!

Overview

These Spiced Gingerbread Cookies are a delightful holiday treat, boasting a rich blend of spices and the deep, robust flavor of molasses. Perfect for decorating with family or enjoying with a warm cup of tea, these cookies are sure to become a festive favorite.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Egg

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 72

Cooking Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

• 6 Cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 Tablespoon baking powder
• 1 Tablespoon ginger, ground
• 1 Teaspoon nutmeg, ground
• 1 Teaspoon cloves, ground
• 1 Teaspoon cinnamon, ground
• 1 Cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 Cup molasses
• 1 Cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 Cup water
• 1 Large egg
• 1 Teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps

1. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the melted butter, molasses, brown sugar, water, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
3. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully incorporated. Divide the dough into thirds, shape each into a 1 1/2-inch thick disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
4. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disk of dough at a time to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Use cookie cutters to cut into desired shapes. Place cookies 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, switching racks halfway through. The cookies should look dry but remain soft to the touch.
6. Remove cookies from the baking sheet and cool on wire racks.
7. Once cooled, frost and decorate the cookies as desired. Enjoy your festive creations!

Enjoy your homemade Festive Spiced Gingerbread Cookies!