Gingerbread Cookie Recipe by Treat Yourself Online 🎄🍪

Get into the festive spirit with these delightful gingerbread cookies! Perfect for decorating and sharing, they’re sure to bring warmth and joy to your holidays.

Ingredients:

For the Cookies:

• 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup (100g) brown sugar
• 1/2 cup (120ml) molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Decorating:

• Royal icing (get creative with our piping bags and food coloring!)
• Edible glitter and sprinkles from Treat Yourself Online ✨

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
   • In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour.

2. Roll and Cut:

   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
   • Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use cookie cutters to create your favorite gingerbread shapes.

3. Bake:

   • Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheets, leaving a little space between each.
   • Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let them cool completely before decorating.

4. Decorate:

   • Get creative with royal icing, edible glitter, and festive sprinkles. Treat Yourself Online decorations are perfect for adding that extra sparkle!