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Ginger Snaps Recipe

Classic ginger snaps with a perfect balance of spice and sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Oven

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

Instructions: 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  • In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are set and tops are cracked.
  • Cool on a wire rack.

Notes:

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Keywords:

Keyword Cookies, Ginger
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