Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that combines the warmth of ginger and cinnamon with a soft, chewy texture. Rolled in powdered sugar, these cookies resemble freshly fallen snow, making them perfect for festive gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to prepare and hard to resist, they fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma that brings joy and nostalgia to every bite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place on prepared baking sheets two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until set but soft in the center.
- Allow cooling on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg