Ginger Crinkles Cookies

Delectably spiced ginger crinkles cookies with a soft and chewy texture, ideal for the holiday season or whenever you want a tasty treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour


• 1 teaspoon ground ginger


• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon


• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda


• 1/4 teaspoon salt


• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened


• 3/4 cup granulated sugar


• 1 egg


• 1/4 cup molasses


• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract


• 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped


• 1/3 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt

In a separate larger bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the egg, then add the molasses and vanilla extract

Mix well

Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger

Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle

Take tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls

Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar, making sure they are evenly coated

Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them to allow for spreading

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are set and cracked on top

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on it for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once cooled, the ginger crinkle cookies are ready to be enjoyed!