Gingerbread Cookies Recipe: How to Make It

Gingerbread Cookies Recipe: How to Make It

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This gingerbread cookie recipe is perfect for making gingerbread people and even gingerbread houses. Decorate them how you like—royal icing, sprinkles, gumdrops and beyond!

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 3/4 cup molasses
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Vanilla frosting of your choice
  • Red and green paste food coloring

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