Ingredients:

  • 3 ¼ cups (400g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150g) packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup (100g) unsulfured molasses
  • 2 cups (250g) powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp meringue powder
  • 4-5 tbsp water

Instructions:

  1. Measure and sift together the flour, spices, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and molasses until well incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough in half, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for one hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out one half of the chilled dough on a floured surface and cut out shapes.
  7. Place cookies on baking sheets lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes, until slightly firm.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on racks. Prepare icing if desired, and decorate cooled cookies.