Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies for the Holiday Cookie Swap
Enjoy these festive, crinkled gingerbread cookies that are perfect for holiday gatherings and cookie swaps.
Ingredients
Dough
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dusting
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheet.
- Mix dry ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugars; add egg, molasses, vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients; chill dough 30 mins.
- Shape dough into balls, coat with powdered sugar, and place on sheet.
- Bake 10-12 mins; cool before serving.
Notes
Chill the dough for easier handling and better crinkle effect.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Sodium: 50mg