Description
These Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies provide a cozy, aromatic treat combining deep cocoa and warm gingerbread spices. Soft on the inside with a crisp edge, they use natural, plant-based ingredients and sweetness to create a wholesome, rich cookie perfect for festive occasions or everyday enjoyment.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup natural cocoa powder
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 3/4 cup plant-based brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/3 cup natural molasses
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and natural gelling agent until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the plant-based brown sugar, vegetable oil, natural molasses, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), vanilla extract (natural), apple cider vinegar, and salt until smooth and glossy.
- Bring the Dough Together: Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, folding gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. The dough should be soft but manageable.
- Chill the Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 45 minutes to help it firm up for easier handling and better texture in baking.
- Shape and Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough into small balls and place them spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Flatten slightly with your palm or the bottom of a glass. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until set on the edges but still soft in the center.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely, helping develop the perfect chew and texture.
Notes
- Measure precisely using leveled measuring cups for flour and cocoa powder to maintain the right dough consistency.
- Do not overmix; combine ingredients just until incorporated to keep cookies tender and soft.
- Chilling the dough prevents spreading and helps flavors meld beautifully.
- Space cookies evenly on the baking sheet to bake without sticking.
- Bake a test cookie first to check texture and adjust baking time if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chocolate gingerbread cookies, plant-based cookies, holiday cookies, spicy cookies, chocolate cookies, vegan sweets
