Description
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, bringing together warm spices and a delightful powdered sugar coating. These soft, chewy cookies not only evoke nostalgic memories of festive gatherings but also fill your kitchen with inviting aromas. Perfect for sharing at cookie swaps or enjoying with a cozy cup of cocoa, they are sure to become a new favorite in your holiday baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- Powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in molasses and egg until combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into balls and coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg