Description
Spicy Orange Ginger Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance crunchy edges with a moist, chewy center. Infused with the warmth of ginger and cinnamon alongside the bright zest of orange, these cookies are an irresistible snack for any occasion—be it holiday gatherings or cozy evenings at home. Each bite delivers a flavorful explosion that will leave you wanting more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 170 g butter (at room temperature)
- 150 g granulated sugar
- 50 g brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 80 g molasses
- 4 tsp grated orange zest
- 12 g grated gingerroot
- 240 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 55 g crystallized ginger (roughly chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the egg, molasses, grated orange zest, and gingerroot; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients in two parts; mix well after each addition.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Shape dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter, placing a piece of crystallized ginger in each before rolling them completely.
- Arrange on prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart and bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Let cool on racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg