Description
These big soft ginger cookies are thick, tender, and perfectly spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. They stay soft for days and are a cozy homemade treat perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) packed dark brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/4 cup (85g) molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to cream the softened butter, dark brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until combined and glossy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed or folding gently until no flour streaks remain. The dough will be thick and sticky.
- Using a large cookie scoop or 1/4 cup measuring cup, drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if possible.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges look set but centers are still soft and puffy. The tops should have a slight crackle and be matte.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough is recommended to prevent spreading and achieve thick cookies. Use fresh ground spices for best flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft longer. Brush with melted butter right out of the oven for extra shine and richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 14
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
Keywords: ginger cookies, soft cookies, fall cookies, molasses cookies, homemade cookies, cozy treats, holiday cookies