Ginger Snaps
Ginger snaps are the ultimate blend of spicy and sweet, delivering a delightful crunch that evokes cozy memories of holiday gatherings. These easy-to-make cookies are perfect for sharing, whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or at your next get-together. With just the right amount of warmth and flavor, this ginger snap recipe will have everyone reaching for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add molasses and egg; mix until smooth.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients into the wet mixture while mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned but centers remain soft. Allow cooling on racks before enjoying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg