Description

Delight in these Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies that combine warm gingerbread spices with rich cocoa flavor for a treat that is crispy on the edges and chewy in the center. Perfect for any occasion, this plant-based recipe is easy to make, versatile, and keeps fresh for days when stored properly.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup natural cocoa powder
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup softened plant-based butter
3/4 cup natural brown sugar
1/4 cup natural molasses
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract

Instructions

Prep the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and baking soda. This ensures the spices and leavening agents are evenly distributed, creating a balanced and flavorful cookie dough.
Cream the Wet Ingredients: Using a mixer, beat the softened plant-based butter with natural brown sugar and natural molasses until smooth and fluffy. Then, add vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, and natural vanilla extract and mix until fully combined and aromatic.
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently to form a soft dough. Be careful not to overmix; the dough should come together and remain tender to the touch.
Chill and Shape: Cover the dough with a cloth or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Once firm, roll the dough into small balls and place them spaced evenly on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and slightly firm. Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Measure ingredients carefully to ensure balanced flavors.
Chilling the dough helps prevent excessive spreading and improves texture.
Use parchment paper on baking sheets to avoid sticking and simplify cleanup.
Remove cookies promptly when edges firm to keep centers soft and chewy.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness for up to a week.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies, plant-based cookies, holiday cookies, gingerbread spice, cocoa cookies, chewy cookies