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Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies

Chewy Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies for Cozy Holiday Moments

Delightful Chewy Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies combine rich cocoa and warm spices, making them perfect for holiday moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • ½ cup Dutch Process Cocoa Powder Adds richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Leavens the cookies.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger Key spice for warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Enhances sweetness.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Contributes moisture.
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar Creates chewy texture.
  • ½ cup Dark Brown Sugar Adds depth.
  • ¼ cup Dark Molasses Signature gingerbread essence.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavors.
  • Sugar for Rolling Adds texture and sweetness.

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Mix in dark molasses and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Scoop out 2-ounce portions of dough and roll into balls, then coat in granulated sugar.
  7. Place the sugared balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
  8. Bake for 10-11 minutes, until edges are set but centers are soft.
  9. Let them cool on the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

These cookies are perfect for holiday gifting and can be customized with mix-ins like chocolate chips or candied ginger.

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