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Gingerbread Latte Cookies

Gingerbread Latte Cookies: Soft, Chewy Holiday Treats

Gingerbread Latte Cookies are soft, chewy holiday treats infused with espresso and warm spices, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 41 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda always use fresh for optimal results
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder instant coffee powder can be used if necessary
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adjust amounts to your taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger adjust amounts to your taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves adjust amounts to your taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg adjust amounts to your taste preference
  • 1 teaspoon salt a must for sweet treats
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter make sure it's at room temperature for easy creaming
  • ¾ cup brown sugar can be light or dark based on preference
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for added sweetness and a crunchy exterior
  • ½ cup cooking molasses choose from light, dark, or unsulfured varieties
  • 1 large egg make sure it’s at room temperature for best results
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract opt for pure vanilla extract for maximum taste
For the Icing
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sift it for an irresistibly creamy finish
  • 2 tablespoons milk dairy or non-dairy alternatives work equally well
For Rolling
  • ½ cup granulated sugar for rolling the cookie dough balls

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugars until fluffy. Gradually add the dry mixture.
  4. Mix in the wet ingredients until everything is smooth.
  5. Gradually combine the dry and wet mixtures.
  6. Scoop the dough into balls and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
  7. Roll the chilled dough balls in granulated sugar.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-11 minutes.
  9. Allow to cool for 10 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare the icing and drizzle over the cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the dough before baking to prevent spreading and ensure a chewy texture. Experiment with spices and icing ingredients.

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