Easy Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
These Easy Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are a delicious holiday treat that are sure to be a hit with family and friends. They are soft and chewy with a hint of gingerbread spice, and the crinkle effect makes them look extra festive. Plus, they are easy to make and require minimal ingredients.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 egg
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and molasses until light and fluffy. Beat in egg.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, cloves, and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Place granulated sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll in sugar. Place on prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are set. Allow to cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Serving size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Total Fat: 4.5g
Saturated Fat: 2.5g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 70mg
Total Carbohydrate: 18g
Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 1.5g
