Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and taste of these soft, spiced gingerbread cookies! A family Christmas tradition, these cookies are incredibly easy to make, blending warm orange, fragrant cloves, and spicy ginger into a perfectly balanced dough. Watch them disappear as fast as you bake them – a guaranteed holiday hit! The recipe includes precise measurements and clear steps for perfectly soft and chewy cookies. Get ready for compliments galore!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 229.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies

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How to Make Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar.
  3. Cut in 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, using a pastry blender or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup molasses, 1/4 cup orange juice, and 1 large egg.
  5. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently for a few seconds.
  7. Roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  8. Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes. Place cookies onto ungreased baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Enjoy! (Serving size is approximate)

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

68g

Fat

29g

Carbs

11g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies?

Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies takes about 42 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 17 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies?

Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies has approximately 229.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 14 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies?

The key ingredients for Soft Orange Clove Gingerbread Cookies are Flour, Baking Soda, Salt, Orange Zest, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Ginger. See the full list with measurements above.

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