Ginger Hazelnut Cookies
Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of these delightful Ginger Hazelnut Cookies—a perfect balance of cozy and nutty decadence! Featuring a rich combination of ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, each cookie is elevated with crunchy hazelnuts and chewy bites of finely chopped crystallized ginger. A dash of molasses adds depth and a soft, chewy texture, while the buttery base ensures a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Ready in under 30 minutes, these handmade cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or as an everyday treat with tea or coffee. Whether you're craving a festive dessert or a unique twist on classic ginger cookies, this recipe is sure to impress while being irresistibly easy to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup hazelnuts, chopped
- 0.5 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Beat in the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped hazelnuts and crystallized ginger until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon or your hand.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3308 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2055 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 662.0 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.6 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 458.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.7 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 529 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 2262 mg | 48% | |
*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.
