Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies: Easy Irresistible Holiday Treats
Delicious gingerbread crinkle cookies that are the perfect holiday treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until fully integrated.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll dough into balls, then roll in powdered sugar before placing on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until they are set and crinkled on top.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of nutmeg.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg