CHOCOLATE GINGERBREAD

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Many of the best holiday recipes are family favorites, whose sweet, fresh-baked aromas evoke fond childhood memories. This delicious Cookie of the Week is sure to become an heirloom in your family. A twist on the classic gingerbread, it blends the distinctive flavor of European chocolate with the old-fashioned taste of molasses.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Yield Makes about 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

7 ounces best-quality semisweet chocolate
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
8 teaspoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1/2 cup dark-brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup granulated sugar, for rolling
1/4 cup unsulfured molasses

Steps:

  • Line two baking sheets with Silpat baking mats, and set aside. Chop chocolate into 1/4-inch chunks; set aside. In a medium bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cocoa.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream grated ginger and butter until light and fluffy, about 4 minutes. Add brown sugar; beat until combined. Add molasses; beat until combined.
  • Add the flour mixture in batches until fully incorporated. Mix in chocolate, cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until firm, 2 hours or more.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Place the sugar in a pie plate. Using a 1-ounce ice-cream scoop, scoop the dough into a bowl filled with sugar. Roll each ball of dough in sugar. Bake until surface cracks slightly, 13 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Naahilaata26 Nani
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the gingerbread is always delicious.


latifah kabwama
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This recipe is a must-try for any gingerbread lover. The gingerbread is perfectly spiced and the chocolate glaze is divine.


Miranda Carrington
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I made this recipe for my family over the holidays and it was a huge hit. The gingerbread was delicious and the chocolate glaze was the perfect finishing touch.


Smoky Bwoi
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This is my favorite gingerbread recipe! I love the combination of chocolate and ginger.


Caleb Carter
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The gingerbread is moist and flavorful, and the chocolate glaze is the perfect finishing touch.


Sue Rickman
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the gingerbread is always delicious. I love the chocolate glaze!


gabr1xl O
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I made this recipe for my Christmas party and it was a huge hit! The gingerbread was a perfect addition to my holiday spread.


NELSONogori AMADI
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This recipe is a must-try for any gingerbread lover! The chocolate and ginger flavors are perfectly balanced, and the gingerbread is moist and flavorful. I highly recommend it.


Kiru Jhon
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the gingerbread is always delicious. I've made it several times for my family and friends, and everyone always raves about it.


KANU SAIDU
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This recipe is a keeper! I've tried many gingerbread recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The gingerbread is perfectly spiced and the chocolate glaze is divine. I will be making this recipe every year from now on.


Waqasali Viki
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I made this recipe last night and it turned out great! The gingerbread was moist and flavorful, and the chocolate glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.


Johnathan Brown Brown
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This is the best gingerbread recipe I've ever tried! I love the combination of chocolate and ginger, and the texture is perfect. I made it for my family over the holidays, and it was a huge hit. Thanks for sharing such a great recipe!