Description
Indulge in the warmth of Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies, a delightful treat that captures the essence of the holiday season. With their unique blend of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of molasses, these cookies are not only soft and chewy but also bursting with flavor. Their charming crinkled appearance, dusted with powdered sugar, makes them a standout on any dessert table or holiday gathering. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, these cookies will surely enchant everyone who tries them. Whether enjoyed with a warm cup of coffee or gifted to loved ones, they promise cozy moments filled with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, spices, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into wet mixture without overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, roll into balls, then coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on baking sheet two inches apart and bake for about 10 minutes until edges are set.
- Allow cooling before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 53mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 14mg