Description
Aromatic and chewy gingerbread cookies featuring the bright lift of fresh orange zest and the warmth of cinnamon.
Ingredients
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- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, molasses, and orange zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Roll the chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
- Cut into desired shapes and place on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are set and slightly brown.
- Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American