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Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies

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These Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are soft, chewy, and perfectly spiced. Coated in powdered sugar, they crackle beautifully as they bake, creating a festive treat perfect for the holidays.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for coating

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, then stir in the molasses and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar, coating generously.
  8. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are cracked.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, sprinkle the cookies with colored sugar before baking.

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