Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4.9 from holiday bakers and gingerbread lovers)
Warmly Spiced | Soft and Chewy | Family-Approved
These Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies are everything you want in a holiday cookie. Deeply flavored with molasses, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, they bake up soft on the inside with crackled tops coated in powdered sugar. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays, gifting, or enjoying with a hot drink on a cold winter day.
Why You’ll Love These Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 1 hour
Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
Makes: 24 cookies
Budget-Friendly
Texture: Soft, chewy centers with crisp edges
Perfect For: Holiday baking, cookie exchanges, and festive gatherings
Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies Ingredients – Warm and Cozy
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
How to Make Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies – Step by Step
Step 1: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Step 2: Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in molasses, egg, and vanilla until fully combined.
Step 3: Combine and Chill
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined. Cover and refrigerate the dough for 1 hour to firm up.
Step 4: Roll and Coat
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Roll first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar for a bold crinkle effect.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, until tops are crackled and edges are set but centers remain soft.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Flavor Variations and Helpful Tips
- Add a pinch of black pepper for extra warmth
- Use fresh spices for the best flavor
- Do not overbake to keep the cookies soft
- Store with a slice of bread to maintain moisture
What Everyone’s Saying About These Cookies
“The spices are perfectly balanced and the texture is amazing.” – Hannah C.
“These stayed soft for days and smelled incredible while baking.” – Mark D.
“Now a must-bake cookie every Christmas.” – Olivia S.
🎄 Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies – Warm, Chewy, and Holiday-Perfect
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, molasses, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Cover and refrigerate dough for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls. Roll first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on baking sheets.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are set and tops are beautifully crinkled.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
FAQ – Soft and Spiced Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies
Love gingerbread flavor? Don’t miss Cristal Recipes’ Gingerbread Truffles, a bite-sized holiday treat that pairs perfectly with these soft and spiced crinkle cookies.
