Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy Recipe

Craving the ultimate soft and chewy gingersnap cookie? Look no further! This recipe, perfected over time and passed down from a trusted friend, consistently earns rave reviews. Double or triple the batch for parties or holiday baking – they even freeze beautifully! Get ready for the irresistible combination of warm spices and melt-in-your-mouth texture. These cookies are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 169.2 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy

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How to Make Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 tablespoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened margarine and 1 cup packed light brown sugar using an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg and 1/2 cup molasses until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. In a shallow dish, place 1/4 cup granulated sugar.
  7. Roll rounded tablespoons of dough into balls. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar to coat.
  8. Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. 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

8 g

Sugar

49g

Fat

7g

Carbs

7g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy?

Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy?

Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy has approximately 169.2 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy?

The key ingredients for Gingersnap Cookies Soft Chewy are Flour, Baking Soda, Ground Ginger, Ground Cinnamon, Ground Cloves, White Sugar. See the full list with measurements above.

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