Description
Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies combine rich cocoa with warm spices for a soft-centered, slightly crispy cookie made with plant-based ingredients. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies offer a nostalgic and comforting flavor with easy preparation and versatile customization.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder (natural)
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon (natural)
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves (natural)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 tbsp natural gelling agent
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
- 1/4 cup vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup plant-based dairy/cheese
- 1/4 cup molasses (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all your dry ingredients including whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and natural gelling agent. In a separate bowl, combine the wet ingredients such as plant-based dairy/cheese, apple cider vinegar, molasses, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and brown sugar (natural).
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring constantly to achieve a smooth yet slightly firm cookie dough. The natural gelling agent helps create a texture that is easy to roll and shape.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in parchment or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This firms up the dough, making cutting and shaping easier and improving texture when baked.
- Roll and Shape Cookies: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness for even baking. Use cookie cutters or a knife to create your desired shapes.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray and bake for 10-12 minutes until firm but still soft when pressed lightly. Allow cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- Chill dough to prevent spreading and improve cookie shape.
- Use room temperature ingredients for smooth blending and even texture.
- Remove cookies from oven when edges begin to set to avoid overbaking.
- Adjust spices to suit personal preference for milder or stronger flavors.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and soft.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chocolate, Gingerbread, Cookies, Plant-based, Vegan, Spiced, Holiday Treat
