Easy Gingerbread Recipe

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves until well combined. Set aside.

3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

4. Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until smooth and well combined.

5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

6. Using a cookie scoop or a spoon, portion out the dough and roll it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

7. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

8. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a fork or your palm for a classic gingerbread shape.

9. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden brown.

10. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Once the cookies are cooled, you can decorate them with icing or dust them with powdered sugar for an extra festive touch.