Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies

Infused with the warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies are a festive twist on a holiday classic. A hint of zesty orange zest brightens each bite, while a touch of molasses adds rich depth to the soft, chewy texture. Rolled in granulated sugar for a delicate crunch, these cookies are perfect for seasonal gatherings or cozy nights in. With an easy-to-follow recipe and just 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a batch of aromatic cookies ready to delight. Pair them with a warm cup of tea or hot cocoa, and enjoy the comforting flavors of the season!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup molasses
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons orange zest
• 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar with a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 2

Add the molasses, egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the butter mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and kosher salt until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Cover the dough with plastic wrap or transfer it to an airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or overnight for easier handling.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and then roll the balls in granulated sugar until coated.

Step 8

Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one to allow for spreading.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers look slightly underbaked. Do not overbake to maintain a soft texture.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the freezer for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(851.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3158.6

Total Fat 80.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1587.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 578.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 318.2g
Protein 41.6g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 558.8mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 2977.0mg	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: 22.7%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 72.2%