Description
Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are the ultimate festive treat, combining rich spices and a soft, chewy texture dusted with powdered sugar that mimics a fresh snowfall. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights by the fire. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, they are sure to impress at any cookie swap or festive occasion. With each bite, you’ll experience a delightful dance of flavors that encapsulates the spirit of the holidays.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ cup unsulfured molasses
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, and baking powder.
- In another bowl, combine molasses, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, and egg until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg