Author Notes
The best ginger cookies that please everyone including those who are not into ginger cookies. —Oh Sweet Day!
Ingredients
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3/4 cup
unsalted butter, softened
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1 1/4 cups
granulated sugar
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1/4 cup
molasses
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1
large egg
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2 cups
all purpose flour
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2 teaspoons
baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon
salt
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1/2 teaspoon
ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon
ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon
all-spice
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and a cup of sugar until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
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Beat in egg and molasses until thoroughly incorporated.
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In a bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
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On low speed, add flour mixture until just combined.
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Form the dough into tablespoon-sized balls. Roll in the remaining 1/4 cup sugar to coat.
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Place onto the prepared baking sheets. Leave two inches apart between cookies.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer to wire rack and cool completely.
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