Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Spicy Orange Ginger Cookies, where the warmth of ginger meets the bright zest of orange. These cookies are not only easy to make but also yield a generous batch, perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as an everyday treat. With their chewy centers and crunchy edges, each bite offers a unique flavor experience that will elevate your dessert game. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies pair beautifully with a steaming cup of tea or coffee, making them a versatile addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 170 g (1 1/2 sticks) 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, 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, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add the egg, mixing well.
- Gradually incorporate the molasses, orange zest, and gingerroot until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves. Gradually add this to the wet mixture until well blended.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Shape the dough into balls about one inch in diameter and place on lined baking sheets with space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Transfer to cooling racks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 132
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 58mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 16mg