Description

Gingersnap Cookies are crisp, spicy treats perfectly balanced between sweetness and warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. These cookies offer an ideal crunch and a comforting warmth, making them perfect for snacking, gifting, or festive occasions. Simple to make with pantry staples, they stay fresh and crunchy for days and can be customized with various mix-ins and flavor variations.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend for gluten-free version)
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup molasses
1 large egg

Additional

Granulated sugar, for rolling dough balls

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Instructions

Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt to ensure an even spice distribution throughout your cookies.
Cream the Butter and Sugars: Using a mixer, beat softened butter with brown sugar until light and fluffy; this creates a creamy base for a tender yet crisp texture.
Add Molasses and Egg: Mix molasses and the egg into the creamed butter and sugar until fully combined, enriching flavor and binding the dough.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick, sticky dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
Chill Dough and Preheat Oven: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm it up and prevent excessive spreading. Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Scoop, Roll, and Bake: Portion dough into small balls, roll each in granulated sugar for a sparkly coating, then place on a baking sheet spaced apart. Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are set and tops crackle.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to crisp up perfectly.

Notes

Don’t skip chilling the dough; it controls spreading and enhances flavor melding.
Use fresh spices for the brightest, most aromatic cookies.
Roll dough balls in sugar for extra texture and subtle crunch.
Bake on parchment paper or silicone mats for even baking and easy cleanup.
Remove cookies when edges are firm but centers still slightly soft for ideal texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 20g)
Calories: 90
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 3.5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg