Description
These Crispy Gingersnaps are the perfect balance of spicy, sweet, and crunchy, with bold flavors from ginger, molasses, and cinnamon. They capture the essence of the holiday season and are perfect for anytime you’re craving something warm and spiced.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar, divided
1/4 cup molasses
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the softened butter and 1/2 cup of sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until the dough comes together. The dough will be slightly sticky.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar to coat.
- Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet, then flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the centers crack. Avoid overbaking.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
To make the cookies softer, reduce the baking time slightly and pull them out while the center is still soft.
You can substitute margarine for butter, but it may alter the texture and flavor slightly.
If you prefer a chewier version, reduce the baking time by a minute or two.
For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper, orange or lemon zest, or experiment with other spices like nutmeg or cardamom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
