Chewy Gingerbread Cookies Perfect for Decorating
Soft and chewy gingerbread men cookies full of warm spices, molasses, and holiday magic. Perfect for decorating, gifting, or cozy snacking — a festive classic that stays moist and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 24–30 cookies 1x
Ingredients
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup molasses
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
3½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp ground ginger
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
Instructions
¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
⅔ cup molasses
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
3½ cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp ground ginger
1½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
Notes
Store in airtight container for up to 1 week.
Freeze dough or baked cookies for longer storage.
Roll evenly for best results.