Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

Author: Chef Elsa Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 12 min Total Time: 42 min
Yield: 24 servings Category: Desserts And Drinks Cuisine: American Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Description Warm and festive Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies with a spiced flavor and soft, chewy texture, perfect for the holiday season.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Stir in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat.
  8. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are crinkled.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  1. Notes
  2. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months.