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Ginger Snap Cookies Recipe

Classic ginger snap cookies with a perfect balance of spice and sweetness.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 90 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 0.25 cup sugar (for rolling)

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and molasses, and beat until combined.
  4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in sugar. Place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set and tops are cracked. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 40mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Cookies, Ginger
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