Soft, warm and spicy gingerbread cookies: a festive treat

Discover the rich flavors of the season with these soft and chewy gingerbread cookies. Infused with the perfect blend of spices like ginger, cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg, these cookies deliver a delicious chew and deep, warming flavors. If you're a spice lover, these cookies are sure to captivate your heart and taste buds!

Why you will love this recipe

These gingerbread cookies are not only delicious, but also have a wonderful texture that balances sweetness with a bit of chew. They're easy to make and even easier to devour, making them a perfect addition to your cookie repertoire. Plus, their spicy aroma is sure to fill your kitchen with the scent of holiday cheer.

Perfect opportunity

Great for holiday get-togethers, cookie exchanges, or as a treat to enjoy with a hot cup of tea or cocoa. They are also perfect as a festive snack or dessert after a winter meal. These cookies are sure to become a seasonal favorite, loved for their classic flavor and inviting warmth.

Decorating Tips

For an extra festive touch, roll the cookie dough balls in caster sugar before baking to give them a sweet, shimmery crust. You can also decorate them with royal icing or a simple dusting of powdered sugar once cooled. If you're feeling creative, use cookie cutters to shape the dough into festive designs before chilling and baking.

Ingredients:

• 1 stick of vegan butter
• 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg substitute (prepared according to package directions)
• 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, beat together the vegan butter, brown sugar, and egg replacer until smooth.
2. Stir in molasses and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Gradually add the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and nutmeg. Beat the mixture until a dough forms.
4. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
5. While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. Form the refrigerated dough into balls of about 1 tablespoon. Optionally, roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat it.
7. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes or until the edges of the cookies are just set.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy these delicious soft and chewy gingerbread cookies, a delicious treat that is sure to bring a touch of spice and everything nice to your festive celebrations!