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1
ounce refrigerated gingerbread cookie dough
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1/4
cup all-purpose flour
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1
ounce refrigerated sugar cookie dough
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1/4
cup all-purpose flour
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2
teaspoons instant espresso powder
1. Mix together one 18-ounce roll refrigerated gingerbread cookie dough and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until combined, using your hands to knead, if necessary. Mix together one 18-ounce roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder until combined.
2. Place half of the gingerbread dough between two pieces of waxed paper. Place half of the espresso-flavor dough between two other pieces of waxed paper. Roll each dough portion into a 12x6-inch rectangle. Remove the top pieces of waxed paper. Using waxed paper, invert one dough rectangle on top of the other; press down gently to seal. Remove top piece of waxed paper. Beginning with a long side, carefully roll up doughs, using the remaining waxed paper to lift and guide the roll. Pinch edges to seal. Repeat with remaining dough halves.
3. Sprinkle coarse sugar onto another piece of waxed paper. Roll one log of dough in sugar. Wrap in plastic wrap. Repeat with remaining dough and additional sugar. Chill logs for 4 to 6 hours or until firm enough to slice.
4. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut rolls into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Place slices 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake about 8 minutes or until edges are just firm. Transfer to a wire rack and let cool. Makes about 6-1/2 dozen cookies.
- Variation Mocha Spirals:Prepare recipe as directed, except substitute one 18-ounce roll refrigerated sugar cookie dough for the gingerbread cookie dough and substitute 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder for the 1/4 cup all-purpose flour.
- Storage Layer cookies between waxed paper in an airtight container; cover. Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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I use instant coffee crystals instead of espresso powder. Works great. I also use B/C cookies in a bag instead of the refridge. ones. Works great. I have no issues with the wax paper either. This is easy and people LOVE them. I sprinkle additional sugar on the tops before baking, too.
5/6/2012 08:53:51 AM Report AbuseDo not plan on making these for company the first time you make them, difficult to roll on wax paper and you have to be sure to roll up gently so the dough does not tear. I am hoping my second attempt goes better.
12/19/2009 02:56:36 PM Report AbuseCould try dropping the espresso and adding some ground or finely chopped almonds or hazelnuts and a drop of almond (or hazelnut) flavouring.
12/15/2009 12:47:58 PM Report AbuseI wonder if instant coffee would be sufficient? I am going to give it a try!
12/10/2009 04:30:06 PM Report AbuseI would love to make the gingerbread-espresso spirals, but cannot find the instant espresso powder without having to order it. With more and more receipes requiring espresso powder, why is it not for sale any where?
12/7/2009 03:53:13 PM Report Abuse