BEST Gingerbread Cookies
Ingredients
- 2-3 cups all purpose flour
2 cups = 265g
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground clove
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
room temp, reg or vegan
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
packed, 100g
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
50g
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk
reg or plant-based
- 1/2 cup molasses
140g
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 4-5 tsp water
- 1 tsp corn syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Gel food coloring
optional
Directions
- 1
Combine two cups of flour, salt, ginger, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg and whisk well. Set aside.
- 2
Whisk together all of the ingredients, starting with 4 tsp of water. The consistency should be slightly thicker than glue.
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of the perfect gingerbread cookie—thick, soft, and bursting with festive spice? This recipe delivers on all fronts, creating the BEST gingerbread cookies that hold their shape beautifully, whether you're making them for a holiday party or a cozy night in. You'll love the chewy texture and rich aroma that fills your kitchen.
What sets these gingerbread cookies apart is their incredible texture—they're truly soft and chewy, not hard or brittle. The clever, eggless recipe ensures they maintain their delightful thickness and iconic gingerbread man shape without spreading, a common frustration with cut-out cookies. This thoughtful approach results in a superior cookie that's a joy to bake and even more delightful to eat.
You can expect a deeply aromatic and flavorful cookie, rich with the warmth of ground ginger, cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, perfectly balanced by the sweet molasses. Each bite is tender and satisfying, with a slight chew that makes these gingerbread cookies truly irresistible. They’re also wonderfully stable for decorating with the sweet powdered sugar icing, ready for your creative festive designs.
This recipe is incredibly versatile. Easily make them vegan by simply using a plant-based milk and vegan unsalted butter in the dough. For the icing, feel free to use gel food coloring to add vibrant, festive touches to your decorated cookies, creating a colorful spread. You can also vary the shapes you cut for different occasions.
These classic gingerbread cookies are perfect for holiday celebrations, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee on a chilly day. They're sure to bring smiles wherever they're shared, making them a festive centerpiece or a thoughtful gift.