Ginger Snaps

Whip up a batch of irresistibly spiced ginger snaps—crispy on the edges, chewy in the center, and bursting with the warm, aromatic flavors of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. Perfect for holiday gatherings or year-round indulgence, these classic cookies are made with rich molasses, soft butter, and a touch of love. Rolled in sugar for a sparkly, crackled finish, these easy-to-make treats bake to perfection in just 10 minutes. With a delightful balance of sweetness and spice, ginger snaps are the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for pairing with a hot cup of tea or serving alongside creamy desserts. Whether for gift-giving or your own cookie jar, these spiced delights will keep cravings satisfied!

Nutriscore Rating: 28/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons ground cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups molasses
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cups additional granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses and egg to the butter mixture and beat until fully combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough.

Step 7

Roll each ball of dough in the additional granulated sugar to coat evenly.

Step 8

Place the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. The cookies should puff up and crack slightly on top but remain soft in the center.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	823.8 grams (823.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3465

Total Fat 151.40g	194%
Saturated Fat 93.10g	465%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 574mg	191%
Sodium 3830mg	167%
Total Carbohydrate 506.20g	184%
Dietary Fiber 8.30g	30%
Total Sugars 320.10g
Protein 32.80g	66%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 293mg	23%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1555mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.7%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 57.5%