Description
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are the epitome of holiday baking! These soft and chewy treats deliver a delightful burst of festive flavors with every bite. Infused with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, each cookie boasts a signature crackled top dusted in powdered sugar, creating an enchanting snowy effect. Perfect for cookie exchanges, dessert platters, or simply cozy snacking at home, this easy recipe allows you to whip up a batch of these delicious cookies in no time. Whether you’re looking to spread holiday cheer or indulge in sweet nostalgia, these Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies will steal the show at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ¼ cups (270g) all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup (60ml) molasses
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ cup (60g) powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
- Whisk together the flour, spices, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy; add egg, molasses, and vanilla.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Scoop dough into balls and roll in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until tops crack but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg