Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- Colored sprinkles and icing for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add egg and molasses; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Roll dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Decorate with sprinkles and icing as desired.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden.
- Let cool before decorating further or serving.
Notes
- Chill dough for better shaping.
- Use festive sprinkles and icing for holiday themes.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg