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Easy Gingerbread Cookie Recipe

A delicious easy recipe for Gingerbread Cookies -perfect for any holiday party!
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword cookies, easy, gingerbread, recipe
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Fridge time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 dozen
Author Catherine

Ingredients

  • 2 cup margarine
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 egg
  • 6 tablespoons molasses
  • 6 cups flour
  • 4 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger

Instructions

  • Beat together margarine and sugar in a large mixing bowl,
  • Add in sugar and beat again.
  • Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
  • Add in molasses and mix again.
  • Mix last three ingredients in a separate bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and stir together.
  • Dough might be a bit sticky so place in fridge for at least 10 minutes. (Longer if needed!)
  • Roll dough out and cut shapes with your favourite cookie cutters.
  • Bake at 350F for 10-12 minutes.
  • Cool completely on wire racks and then decorate to your hearts content!