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Ginger Snaps Recipe

Classic ginger snaps with a spicy kick and a sweet finish.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 90 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¾ cup butter softened
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 unit egg

Instructions 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and molasses.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until combined.
  6. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are firm.
  8. Let cool on a wire rack.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 40mg | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Cookies, Ginger
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