Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are a must-have holiday treat that perfectly blend warm spices and sweetness. With their soft, chewy texture and charming crinkled top dusted with powdered sugar, these cookies evoke festive cheer and cozy memories. The delightful aroma of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses fills your home as they bake, making them an irresistible addition to any holiday gathering or family celebration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 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
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add molasses and egg; mix well.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until combined.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls, coating first in granulated sugar then in powdered sugar.
- Place on prepared baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until crinkled.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating nutmeg or cloves. Feel free to experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the dough for extra texture. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.