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Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

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These Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy holiday treats packed with warm spices and rolled in sugar for a festive crinkle effect. Perfect for Christmas baking or cozy winter nights.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert, Cookies
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tbsp ground ginger
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses (unsulphured)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls and chill for 20–30 minutes.
  7. Roll each ball in granulated sugar, then powdered sugar.
  8. Place on baking sheets, 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until tops crack and edges are set.
  10. Cool on the sheet for 3–5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add a pinch of black pepper or cardamom.
  • Add orange zest for a citrusy twist.
  • Use dark molasses for a bolder flavor.
  • For gluten-free, substitute a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze dough balls for later baking.

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