384 grams all-purpose flour
1+1/2 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp baking soda
a good sized pinch of kosher salt
1 tbsp ground ginger
1 +3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
6 tbsp (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, softened
150 grams dark brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup molasses
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp finely grated lemon zest
Prep time: 15 mins
Chill time: 2h - 8h
Bake time: 7 - 10 mins
Total (prep+bake) Time: 25 mins
Mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, kosher salt, ground ginger, ground cinnamon and ground cloves with a whisk.
Beat the butter, brown sugar and the egg on medium speed until well combined. Add the molasses, the vanilla and the lemon zest and beat well.
Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until well blended and smooth.
Divide the dough in half. Wrap each half in plastic and let stand in room temperature for at least 2 hours or up to 8 hours.
Preheat the oven to 375 F (190 C), line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place one portion of the dough on a lightly floured work surface. Roll the dough (the dough should be about half a cm.
Cut the cookies out then bake for 7 - 10 mins or until the edges are just barely dark. Repeat with the rest of the dough.
Enjoy!!!