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Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies with Chocolate Drizzle

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Soft, chewy gingerbread crinkle cookies with a festive chocolate drizzle. Packed with warm spices and molasses, these cookies are easy to make and perfect for holidays, gifting, or cozy nights in.

Ingredients

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  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (210g)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (15g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (113g)
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar (100g)
  • 1/4 cup molasses (80ml)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
  • 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (60g)
  • 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter (for drizzle)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
  2. In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Beat in molasses, egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix gently until just combined. Dough will be sticky.
  5. Cover and chill dough in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop tablespoons of dough (about 25g each), roll into balls. Roll first in granulated sugar, then heavily in powdered sugar.
  8. Arrange dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until puffed and crinkled but still soft in the center.
  9. Let cookies cool on tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.
  10. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with coconut oil in 20-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Let cool for 1 minute.
  11. Drizzle chocolate over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Let sit until chocolate sets (about 15 minutes).

Notes

Chilling the dough is key for thick cookies and pronounced crinkles. Use fresh spices for best flavor. Double-coating in sugar creates the classic crinkle look. For gluten-free or vegan adaptations, substitute flour and butter as needed. Cookies can be made ahead and freeze well (without drizzle).

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Keywords: gingerbread, crinkle cookies, chocolate drizzle, holiday cookies, Christmas, easy cookies, molasses, spiced cookies, festive dessert

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