Gingersnap Gems
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Gingersnap Gems—perfectly spiced cookies with a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy center. Bursting with warm flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these holiday favorites are sweetened with rich molasses and rolled in sugar for a sparkling finish. In just 30 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers 36 delightful cookies that are perfect for sharing at festive gatherings or enjoying year-round with a cozy cup of tea. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a cookie novice, these Gingersnap Gems are a foolproof way to bring comforting aromas and timeless charm to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture and beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a dough forms. Be sure not to overmix.
Scoop out 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into balls using your hands.
Roll each dough ball in the reserved sugar for rolling, ensuring it's completely coated.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops form slight cracks. Be careful not to overbake to maintain a soft center.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your freshly baked Gingersnap Gems with a warm drink, or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.8 g | 106% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.5 g | 222% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 3268 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 589.2 g | 214% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 379.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 280 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 17.7 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 1578 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
