Soft Spicy Heavenly Ginger Cookies
Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with these Soft Spicy Heavenly Ginger Cookies—perfectly chewy, generously spiced, and irresistibly coated in a shimmering sugar crust. Made with rich molasses, aromatic spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, and a buttery base, these cookies balance warmth and sweetness in every bite. The dough comes together effortlessly, chills for easy handling, and bakes to perfection in just minutes. With their irresistibly soft centers and lightly crisp edges, these ginger cookies are an ideal choice for festive gatherings, gift-giving, or simply enjoying with your favorite cup of tea or coffee. Perfectly spiced and packed with holiday nostalgia, these cookies are destined to become a seasonal favorite for your family and friends!
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Ingredients
- 170 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 65 grams molasses
- 1 large egg
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 50 grams granulated sugar (for rolling)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes, using a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium speed.
Step 3
Beat in the molasses and the egg until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 6
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This will make it easier to handle and roll.
Step 7
Once chilled, scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into smooth balls between your hands.
Step 8
Pour the additional granulated sugar into a small bowl and roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat evenly.
Step 9
Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball to allow for spreading.
Step 10
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft.
Step 11
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Enjoy your soft, spicy, and heavenly ginger cookies with a warm beverage of your choice!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (804.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3501.1 |
| Total Fat 149.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 376.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3126.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 534.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 299.5g | |
| Protein 32.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 273.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1355.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories