My Favorite Gingersnaps
Crunchy, aromatic, and bursting with warm spices, "My Favorite Gingersnaps" are the ultimate festive treat for cookie lovers. These classic gingersnaps boast a delightful snap with every bite, thanks to their perfectly balanced blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Rich molasses adds depth and warmth, while the sugar-coated exterior creates a subtle, irresistible sparkle. Ready in under 30 minutes and yielding 36 perfectly spiced cookies, this easy recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, gifting, or enjoying with a cozy cup of tea or coffee. Whether you’re craving a nostalgic treat or the perfect blend of sweetness and spice, these gingersnaps deliver timeless flavor and irresistible crunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cloves
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups molasses
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cups additional granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
Add the molasses and egg to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Scoop out 1-inch balls of dough using a tablespoon or cookie scoop. Roll each ball between your hands to make it smooth.
Roll each ball of dough in the additional granulated sugar, coating it completely.
Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the cookies are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your crispy, spiced gingersnaps with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.2 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 87 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 1.0 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 9 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 43 mg | 1% | |
*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.
