- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1⁄2 tablespoon baking powder
- 1⁄2 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1⁄2 cup shortening (melted and cooled slightly)
- 1⁄2 cup molasses
- 1⁄2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1⁄4 cup water
- 1⁄2 egg
- 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Classic gingerbread cookies feature a warm blend of molasses, brown sugar, and spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.