Clove Snaps Recipe

Spice up your teatime with these irresistible Clove Snaps! Like gingersnaps but with a warm, aromatic clove twist, these cookies deliver a delightful spicy crunch in every bite. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a comforting treat.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 162 mins
Calories 721.9 kcal
Protein 17g
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Ingredients for Clove Snaps

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How to Make Clove Snaps

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cloves, cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar until coated.
  7. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

201g

Fat

100g

Carbs

32g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Clove Snaps?

Clove Snaps takes about 182 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 162 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Clove Snaps?

Clove Snaps has approximately 721.9 calories per serving, with about 17 g protein, 32 g carbohydrates and 51 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Clove Snaps?

The key ingredients for Clove Snaps are Flour, Ground Cloves, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Black Pepper, Salt, Unsalted Butter. See the full list with measurements above.

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