# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 teaspoons ground ginger
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
05 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
06 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 large egg
12 - 1/4 cup molasses
13 - 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ For Rolling
15 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
→ White Chocolate Drizzle
16 - 4 ounces white chocolate, chopped or chips
17 - 1 teaspoon coconut oil or vegetable oil (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream softened butter with brown and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
04 - Beat in egg, molasses, instant espresso powder, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
06 - Scoop dough into 1 1/2 tablespoon-sized balls and roll each in granulated sugar to coat evenly.
07 - Place dough balls about 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
08 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are firm and tops show a crackled appearance. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
09 - Melt white chocolate with optional coconut or vegetable oil in a microwave-safe bowl on 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth.
10 - Drizzle melted white chocolate over cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag. Allow chocolate to harden before serving.
