Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- Add the butter and mix using your fingers or a mixer until crumbly.
- Add the egg and molasses, mixing until it forms a dough. It may be sticky.
- Scrape the dough out, form it into a disc, and wrap it tightly. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut into tree shapes using cookie cutters.
- Place cookies on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until the edges are firm.
- Let them cool completely before decorating.
Decorating
- Decorate the cookies with icing and sprinkles as desired once they are cool.
Notes
Chill the dough for best results. This recipe can be adapted for any holiday shapes. Decorate based on personal creativity—get kids involved!