Description
These delightful gingerbread crinkle cookies are perfect for any holiday gathering. They have a soft, chewy interior and a crisp, crackled exterior coated in powdered sugar, offering a delightful burst of holiday spice.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar, for rolling
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to roll.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the confectioners’ sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball generously in the confectioners’ sugar, ensuring it is well coated.
- Place the coated balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft. The cookies will crackle as they bake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a stronger gingerbread flavor, you can add a pinch of black pepper to the dry ingredients.
- Ensure the dough is well chilled before rolling, as this makes it easier to handle and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should remain slightly soft in the center to achieve the best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes plus chilling time
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg