Description
Delightful holiday cookies with a rich flavor of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses, featuring a charming crinkle pattern.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- Cream together softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls and roll in powdered sugar.
- Arrange on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until tops look crinkly.
- Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For best results, chill the dough to maintain shape and texture. Use fresh spices for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg