Gingersnaps

Gingersnaps are believed to have originated in Europe in the 15th century and were traditionally made with ginger and molasses, which were prized for their medicinal properties.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 10.

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Gingersnaps

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

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

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 150 gram Butter
• 200 gram Brown sugar
• 1 unit Egg
• 3 tablespoon Molasses
• 300 gram All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 2 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 100 gram Granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
3. Beat in the egg and molasses until well blended.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture and mix well.
5. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Roll each ball in granulated sugar to coat.
6. Place the coated dough balls onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have spread and the tops are cracked.
8. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
9. Enjoy your homemade gingersnaps!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

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.