Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies: Easy Festive Treats for Everyone
Delicious and festive Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies that are easy to make and perfect for sharing during the holidays.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, spices, cocoa powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, molasses, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Roll dough into balls and coat them in powdered sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier cookie, add more ginger and cinnamon.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies, festive treats, holiday cookies