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Orange Ginger Cookies with Crystallized Ginger

Zesty Orange Ginger Cookies with Crystallized Ginger Bliss

These Orange Ginger Cookies with Crystallized Ginger blend citrus and spice for a delightful holiday treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 batch Basic Cookie Dough Recipe This versatile base ensures perfect cookie structure.
  • 3 ounces Crystallized Ginger Adds warmth and chewy texture; swap with candied ginger if in a pinch.
  • 1 orange Orange Zest Infuses bright citrus flavor; fresh lemon zest can be a substitute.
  • 3 tablespoons White Coarse Sanding Sugar Creates a delightful crunchy exterior; coarse raw sugar can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Sharp Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by softening your basic cookie dough for a few minutes at room temperature. Once it's pliable, fold in the finely diced crystallized ginger and the vibrant zest of one orange evenly.
  2. Gather the dough and form it into a log about 7 inches long and 2 inches wide. Wrap this log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while the dough chills. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  4. Once the dough has chilled and firmed, unwrap it and slice into ⅜-inch rounds using a sharp knife. Roll the edges in coarse sanding sugar.
  5. Arrange the coated cookie rounds on your baking sheet, leaving space between each. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes.
  6. Allow cookies to sit on the baking sheet for a few minutes to firm up, then gently transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for up to 3 months.

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