Whisk the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda and salt in a bowl.

In another bowl, beat the butter and brown sugar until smooth, then add the egg, molasses and vanilla.

Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.

Wrap the dough and chill it for about 30 minutes.

Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface and cut shapes with cookie cutters.

Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment.

Bake for 8 to 10 minutes and let them cool on a rack.