Rich Chewy Gingersnaps Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of Grandma's secret Mennonite Gingersnaps! This treasured recipe, passed down through generations, delivers a batch of richly spiced, chewy cookies perfect for sharing during the holidays. These aren't your average gingersnaps – they're intensely flavorful and delightfully decadent. The key to achieving that perfect chewy texture? Careful baking! Don't overbake for irresistibly soft cookies. Warning: These are intensely delicious and may be highly addictive (definitely not diet-friendly!).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 131.7 kcal
Protein 2g
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Ingredients for Rich Chewy Gingersnaps

  • Margarine
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses (not blackstrap)
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger (optional)

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How to Make Rich Chewy Gingersnaps

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and eggs until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Stir in the crystallized ginger (if using).
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place them 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 12-18 minutes, or until the edges are firm but the centers are still slightly soft. Start checking for doneness around 12 minutes. Underbaking will yield a softer cookie.
  7. 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

41g

Fat

5g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rich Chewy Gingersnaps?

Rich Chewy Gingersnaps takes about 38 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 18 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rich Chewy Gingersnaps?

Rich Chewy Gingersnaps has approximately 131.7 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 8 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rich Chewy Gingersnaps?

The key ingredients for Rich Chewy Gingersnaps are Margarine, Brown Sugar, Eggs, Molasses, Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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