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Soft and Chewy Ginger Snaps

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These Soft and Chewy Ginger Snaps are a deliciously nostalgic treat, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, filled with warm spices that create an inviting aroma in your kitchen.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 pieces
Course: Cookie, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated white sugar
  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for added nutrition.
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Extra for rolling granulated white sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cream the sugar, butter, molasses, and egg in a large bowl. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Slowly add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring well with a spatula until fully combined.
  3. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least one hour to let the flavors develop.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. Pour approximately 1/2 cup of sugar into a small bowl for rolling the cookie dough balls.
  3. Using a medium cookie scoop, shape the dough into 1-inch balls, roll them in sugar, and place 12 per baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 9-10 minutes or until the cookies are just set. They will puff up and then flatten out during baking.
  5. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies sit for 1 minute before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 80mgSugar: 8g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a container or zip-top bag for up to three months. Don't skip the chilling step; this helps to develop flavor and texture!
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