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Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze: A Cozy Holiday Treat

Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze
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These Soft Gingerbread Cookies with Maple Glaze are the perfect festive treat for the holiday season, bringing warmth and joy to your celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in molasses and egg until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  5. Cover and chill the dough for at least 2 hours.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are soft.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Once cool, drizzle with maple glaze.

Notes

  • For a stronger spice flavor, let the cookies sit for a day before serving.

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Keywords: Soft Gingerbread Cookies, Maple Glaze, Holiday Treat, Gingerbread

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