{"id":23101,"date":"2020-12-08T09:15:42","date_gmt":"2020-12-08T15:15:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/?p=23101"},"modified":"2024-07-19T09:41:51","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T14:41:51","slug":"gingerbread-crinkle-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/gingerbread-crinkle-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

An absolute Christmas classic, these Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies offer an unexpected flavor twists: lemon and cardamom! These crackly-topped cookies are delightfully chewy, fat with flavor and incredibly easy to make!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Have you ever wondered why we leave cookies for Santa on Christmas Eve? There are lots of theories behind one of our favorite holiday traditions so I\u2019ll just share my favorite one. During the Great Depression, parents couldn\u2019t afford extravagant gifts but they could afford to bake or buy small snacks. Rather than indulge on their treats, parents encouraged their children to share with others by offering a share of their goods to Santa and his reindeer. Sweet, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I know that story is a bit on the sad side of the tracks but it speaks to a very important piece to the holiday puzzle. The Christmas season can be distracting; there are flashy lights, extravagant decorations and, of course, gifts. It can be hard to remember to appreciate this season\u2019s true gifts: family, friends and tradition. Acts of almsgiving and kindness are a way to express gratitude and remind ourselves of what truly matters. A simple cookie can be an offering, an expression of love and peace. At least that\u2019s my two cents!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ginger cookies are a staple in my family around the holidays. These Gingerbread Crinkle Cookies remix the traditional ginger cookie like never before! They are incredibly soft and chewy with the perfect balance of spice that we know and love. The addition of cardamom adds a citrusy yet fragrant compliment to the classic ginger and molasses flavors. But that lemon zest really sets it apart! Serve these with hot cocoa or a warm mug of apple cider, sit around the fireplace and, if you\u2019re so inclined, make an extra batch for someone who might need a little extra love this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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