Snowy Day Ginger Spice Cookies (Print Version)

Soft, chewy cookies with warming ginger and spices, topped with sparkling snow-like sugar. Perfect winter treat ready in 32 minutes.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 tsp baking soda
03 - 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
04 - 2 tsp ground ginger
05 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp ground cloves
07 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

→ Wet Ingredients

08 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 1 cup granulated sugar
10 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1/4 cup unsulphured molasses
13 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ For Rolling

14 - 1/3 cup coarse or sparkling sugar

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg until well combined.
03 - In a large bowl, cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Beat in the egg, then add molasses and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth and fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in sparkling sugar to coat evenly.
07 - Place dough balls 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets to allow for spreading.
08 - Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until edges are set and tops are crackled but centers remain soft.
09 - Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The texture is absolutely perfect, crisp edges giving way to a soft chewy center that melts in your mouth
  • These cookies bring immediate warmth to any cold day, whether you're watching snow fall or just needing a cozy moment
  • The sparkling sugar topping makes them look like little frosted jewels, impressive enough for gifting but simple enough for a Tuesday
02 -
  • The centers will look underbaked when you remove them from the oven, but they continue cooking on the baking sheet
  • Room temperature ingredients blend more smoothly, so set out your butter and egg about 30 minutes before starting
  • Sparkling sugar doesn't melt during baking, creating that beautiful frosty appearance that makes these cookies special
03 -
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it feels too sticky or warm, this prevents excessive spreading
  • Use a cookie scoop for uniform portions so all cookies bake at the same rate
  • Rotate the baking sheets halfway through baking for even browning, especially if your oven has hot spots

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