Nabisco's Old Fashioned Gingersnaps By Todd Wilbur Recipe

Recreate the iconic Nabisco gingersnap flavor at home with this delicious copycat recipe! Developed by renowned chef Todd Wilbur (Low-Fat Top Secret Recipes), this recipe delivers perfectly crisp and spicy gingersnaps. Get ready for warm, comforting, and intensely flavorful cookies that will disappear in minutes. Perfect for holiday baking or any time you crave a classic treat!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 16 mins
Calories 345.3 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.3 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Nabisco's Old Fashioned Gingersnaps By Todd Wilbur

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How to Make Nabisco's Old Fashioned Gingersnaps By Todd Wilbur

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar, ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar, ½ cup (113g) molasses, ½ cup (113g) vegetable shortening, ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 tablespoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Add 2-3 tablespoons of water, one tablespoon at a time, if needed to achieve a slightly stiff dough.
  5. Roll level tablespoons of dough into 1-inch balls. Place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  6. Gently flatten each ball to about ⅛-inch thickness using the bottom of a glass or a fork.
  7. Bake for 10-14 minutes, or until the edges are nicely browned and the cookies are crisp. Let cool completely on the baking sheets before serving.
  8. Enjoy these addictive gingersnaps with a glass of milk or your favorite beverage!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

164g

Fat

11g

Carbs

22g