Ingredients

For the Dough

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons The Spice Way Ground Ginger
• 1 1/2 teaspoons The Spice Way Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon The Spice Way Ground Cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon The Spice Way Ground Nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup molasses
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For Decorating

• Royal icing
• Mini chocolate chips or red candies
• Holiday sprinkles

Preparation

1. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
2. In a separate bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla.
3. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Divide the dough in half, flatten into disks, wrap, and chill at least 1 hour.
4. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut into shapes, place on parchment-lined baking sheets, and bake 8 to 10 minutes, until the edges are set. Cool completely before decorating.