Crispy Gingersnap Cookies
Crispy gingersnap cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines crunchy and chewy textures with warm, spicy flavors. These cookies are not only easy to make but also fill your home with an irresistible aroma, making them ideal for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. With just the right balance of sweetness and spice, these cookies will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and molasses until creamy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until well combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls; place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg