Ginger Molasses Spice Crinkle Cookies
Delight your senses with these Ginger Molasses Spice Crinkle Cookies, which are a perfect fusion of warmth and sweetness. The unique blend of spices, including cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, creates a deliciously aromatic experience as they bake, filling your kitchen with a comforting fragrance. This easy recipe results in soft, chewy cookies that have a crackly top for a charming presentation. Ideal for holiday gatherings or a cozy afternoon treat, these delightful cookies are fun to make with friends and family—especially the kids, who will love rolling the dough into sugary balls! Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later; they maintain their flavor beautifully.
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Servings
60
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
shortening
3/4 cup (softened)
molasses
1/4 cup (unsulfured)
egg
1 (large, at room temperature)
flour
2 cups (all-purpose)
baking soda
2 1/2 teaspoons
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
ginger
1 teaspoon (ground)
cloves
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
cardamom
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
salt
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream together the sugar and shortening until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3
Add the molasses and egg to the bowl, mixing until well combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and salt.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing at low speed until a soft dough forms.
6
Using your hands, shape the dough into 1-inch balls.
7
Roll each ball in granulated sugar until well coated, then place them on ungreased cookie sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the tops are cracked and the edges are set.
9
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information
2.7
Fat
9
Carbs
0.4
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ginger Molasses Spice Crinkle Cookies?
They are a soft and chewy cookie featuring a unique blend of spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves with a characteristic crackly top.
What is the recommended oven temperature for these cookies?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long should the cookies bake?
Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes until the tops are cracked and the edges are set.
What type of molasses should I use?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of unsulfured molasses.
What spices give these cookies their flavor?
The flavor comes from a blend of ground cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and cardamom.
How do I achieve the crinkle look on top?
Roll the 1-inch dough balls in granulated sugar until well coated before placing them on the cookie sheet.
What is the calorie count for one cookie?
Each cookie contains approximately 60 calories.
How much fat is in each cookie?
Each cookie contains 2.7 grams of fat.
What are the total carbohydrates per serving?
There are 9 grams of carbohydrates in each cookie.
How much protein is in these cookies?
Each cookie provides 0.4 grams of protein.
Should the egg be at a specific temperature?
Yes, use one large egg at room temperature for the best results.
What is the first step in mixing the dough?
Use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream together the sugar and shortening until light and fluffy.
How large should I make the dough balls?
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls using your hands.
How far apart should I place the cookies on the baking sheet?
Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the cookie sheets.
Should I grease the cookie sheets?
No, the recipe specifies using ungreased cookie sheets.
What type of flour is needed?
The recipe requires 2 cups of all-purpose flour.
How much baking soda is used in this recipe?
You will need 2 1/2 teaspoons of baking soda.
What is the texture of the dough?
The mixture forms a soft dough once the dry ingredients are combined with the wet ingredients.
How should I cool the cookies?
Let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Can I make these cookies with my children?
Yes, it is a family-friendly recipe, and kids especially love rolling the dough into sugary balls.
Are these cookies suitable for holiday gatherings?
Absolutely, their aromatic spices and charming presentation make them ideal for holiday treats.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients: sugar, shortening, molasses, egg, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, and salt.
Is cardamom used in this recipe?
Yes, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom is included for extra warmth and spice.
What kind of sugar is used for coating?
The dough balls are rolled in granulated sugar.
Do these cookies store well?
Yes, they maintain their flavor beautifully when stored for later.
What speed should I use for mixing the dry ingredients into the wet?
Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix at a low speed until the dough forms.
How much ginger is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
How much shortening is required?
You will need 3/4 cup of softened shortening.
Is there salt in these cookies?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of salt is added to the dry ingredient mixture.
What makes these cookies 'spicy'?
The combination of ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom creates a warm, aromatic spice profile.