Chocolate Gingerbread Drops

Indulge in the perfect balance of warm spices and rich chocolate with these irresistible Chocolate Gingerbread Drops! These soft, chewy cookies combine the classic holiday flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with a velvety twist of cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Rolled in a delicate granulated sugar coating, each bite offers a delightful blend of sweetness and spice with a hint of molasses for extra depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, these festive treats are as quick to make as they are to disappear from the cookie jar. Perfect for holiday gatherings, gift exchanges, or simply savoring with a cozy cup of tea, these Chocolate Gingerbread Drops are bound to become a seasonal favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.33 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the molasses and egg until fully incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips with a spatula.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1.5-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat evenly.

Step 8

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers look slightly underbaked.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Enjoy your Chocolate Gingerbread Drops with a glass of milk or a warm cup of tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1132.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4574.6

Total Fat 199.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 121.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 607.0mg	0%
Sodium 2107.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 711.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.2g	0%
Total Sugars 434.2g
Protein 60.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 724.5mg	0%
Iron 38.7mg	0%
Potassium 4229.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.8%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 58.2%