Gingerbread Crinkle Soft Chewy (Printer View)

Warm, chewy gingerbread treats dusted in sugar and spices, ideal for festive occasions and cozy nights.

# Components:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 2 teaspoons baking soda
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 1 cup packed dark brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ For Rolling

13 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
14 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar

# Method:

01 - Whisk together the flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
02 - Beat softened butter and brown sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
03 - Add molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture; beat until thoroughly combined.
04 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture just until incorporated, avoiding overmixing.
05 - Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight, to enhance texture and prevent spreading.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
07 - Form dough into 1-inch balls, approximately 1 tablespoon each. Roll each ball first in granulated sugar, then generously coat with powdered sugar.
08 - Place coated dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until cookies are puffed and surfaces are crackled, with centers slightly underbaked for a chewy texture.
09 - Allow cookies to rest on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses ingredients commonly found in your pantry
  • Ready in just over an hour including chilling
  • Blissfully soft and chewy every time
  • Perfect for gifting or holiday cookie swaps
  • Rolling the dough in two kinds of sugar creates a magical crinkle finish that looks bakery-level at home
02 -
  • High in warming spices to cozy up winter nights
  • Chewy texture stays soft for days when stored well
  • Make ahead friendly since the dough can chill overnight
  • Rolling in both sugars maximizes crackle and flavor
03 -
  • For the best crinkles let the dough warm just a few minutes before rolling if overly cold this helps sugar stick
  • Always sift powdered sugar for rolling to avoid clumps
  • Do not overbake cookies or you lose their signature chew a slightly underdone center is what makes them irresistible

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