Description
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are the quintessential holiday treat, embodying the warm, comforting spices of the season in every bite. These delightful cookies feature a chewy interior and a signature sugar-crusted exterior that crackles beautifully, making them not just a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Perfect for Christmas parties or cozy family gatherings, they invite indulgence and sharing. With their rich flavor profile, these cookies are sure to be a hit among friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ⅓ cups dark brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 3 teaspoons ground ginger
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup unsulphured molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup powdered sugar for coating
- ½ cup granulated sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together cold cubed butter, dark brown sugar, and molasses until fluffy (about 3 minutes). Add vanilla extract and milk.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, ginger, salt, baking soda, and cloves. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until combined; dough may appear crumbly.
- Scoop about three tablespoons of dough per cookie ball and roll in a mixture of powdered sugar and granulated sugar until fully coated. Place on prepared sheets and flatten slightly.
- Chill cookie balls in the refrigerator for one hour to maintain shape during baking.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cracked on top but soft in the center. Allow to cool on baking sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in chocolate chips or nuts. Ensure your spices are fresh for optimal taste. Store cooled cookies in an airtight container to keep them chewy.