Absolute Perfection Ginger Spice Cookies
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with these Absolute Perfection Ginger Spice Cookies! Bursting with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these soft and chewy cookies are elevated by a hint of molasses for rich depth and a delightful crunch from a sugary coating. Perfectly spiced and irresistibly aromatic, they’re a must-bake for any festive occasion or cozy afternoon. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a quick 10-minute bake, this classic recipe delivers professional bakery-quality cookies right from your own oven. Serve them with a glass of milk or a steaming cup of tea for a truly comforting experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 0.25 cups Molasses
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Coarse sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix on low speed until fully incorporated, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in three additions, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Place the coarse sugar in a small bowl. Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls using your hands. Roll each ball of dough in the coarse sugar until fully coated.
Arrange the sugared dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still look slightly soft. Do not overbake for soft and chewy cookies.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Absolute Perfection Ginger Spice Cookies with a glass of milk, a cup of tea, or as a standalone treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 152.1 g | 195% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 3275 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.3 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 319.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.4 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 260 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1312 mg | 28% | |
*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.
