Description
Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining a rich blend of warm spices with a soft, chewy texture. These cookies not only taste divine but also boast a charming crinkled appearance that makes them a showstopper at any festive gathering. Perfect for cookie exchanges or cozy winter evenings, they will quickly become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire. Easy to make with common ingredients, this recipe is suitable for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or paired with a steaming cup of tea, these delightful cookies promise warmth and joy during the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground cloves
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup molasses
- Powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the butter mixture until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before forming into balls and rolling in powdered sugar.
- Bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are set and centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg