Gingersnaps!

Gingersnaps are said to have originated in Europe and were brought to America by English settlers. They were traditionally made with molasses, ginger, and spices, which gave them a distinctive flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Gingersnaps!

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1440

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground cloves
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, softened
• ³⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• ¹⁄₄ tablespoon Molasses
• ¹⁄₄ cup Granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the egg and molasses.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well after each addition.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in the granulated sugar.
7. Place the balls onto a greased baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the cookies are slightly cracked on top.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 19g7%

Sugars 10g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.