Description
These German Spice Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for the holiday season. Packed with warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any gathering. The soft, chewy texture and sweet aroma make them a favorite for festive occasions. Dust with powdered sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then add the molasses and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoonfuls of dough and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and centers are slightly soft.
- Cool and Serve: Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.
Notes
- These cookies are perfect for the holidays and pair well with coffee or tea.
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
