Soft Ginger Puff Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth magic of our Soft Ginger Puff Cookies! These delightfully soft and chewy cookies are bursting with warm ginger spice and studded with juicy raisins and crunchy walnuts. A perfect treat for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1083.2 kcal
Protein 35g
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Ingredients for Soft Ginger Puff Cookies

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How to Make Soft Ginger Puff Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in ⅓ cup molasses and ½ cup sour cream until combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon ground allspice, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup raisins and ½ cup chopped walnuts.
  8. Drop by rounded tablespoons 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.
  10. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

16 g

Sugar

315g

Fat

87g

Carbs

52g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Soft Ginger Puff Cookies?

Soft Ginger Puff Cookies takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Soft Ginger Puff Cookies?

Soft Ginger Puff Cookies has approximately 1083.2 calories per serving, with about 35 g protein, 52 g carbohydrates and 70 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Soft Ginger Puff Cookies?

The key ingredients for Soft Ginger Puff Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Molasses, Sour Cream, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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