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Spicy Orange Ginger Cookies

Spicy Orange Ginger Cookies
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Spicy Orange Ginger Cookies, a unique treat perfect for any occasion. Combining the warmth of ginger and cinnamon with the zesty brightness of orange, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family. With a satisfying crunch on the edges and a chewy center, they make an excellent addition to dessert platters, gift boxes, or just as a sweet snack throughout the day. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these cookies will soon become a favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 170 g (6 oz or 1 1/2 sticks) butter, at room temperature
  • 150 g (6 oz or 3/4 c) granulated sugar
  • 50 g (2 oz or 1/4 c) brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 80 g (2 oz or 1/4 c) molasses
  • 4 tsp grated orange zest
  • 12 g (15 ml or 1 tbsp) grated gingerroot
  • 240 g (16 oz or 2 c) all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 55 g (2 oz or 1/4 c) crystallized ginger, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a stand mixer, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, molasses, orange zest, and grated ginger; mix until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and cloves. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  4. Chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes. Once firm, shape into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets with a piece of crystallized ginger in each ball.
  5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are firm but centers remain soft. Cool on racks before serving.

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