Crispy Ginger Cookies
These Crispy Ginger Cookies are a delightful treat packed with warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. They are easy to make, with a perfectly crispy outside and a slightly soft center. Perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour leveled off
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened but cool
- 1 large egg
- 1/3 cup molasses such as Grandma's Original
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix the flour, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, salt, and pepper together until combined. Set aside.
- Using an electric mixer, cream together 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, brown sugar, and butter until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- Add the egg and mix for about 20 seconds, then scrape the bowl again. Incorporate the molasses and mix until just combined, scraping down the sides once more.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix on low speed until just combined. Chill the dough for about an hour until it's firm enough to handle.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and position a rack in the middle. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, place the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in the sugar to coat. Arrange the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are set and lightly golden outside while remaining slightly soft inside. Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.