Nutrition Facts for Gingernuts

Gingernuts

Crisp, golden, and irresistibly spiced, these homemade gingernuts are the perfect treat for lovers of bold ginger flavor. With a delightful crunch and a hint of buttery sweetness from golden syrup, these biscuits are as nostalgic as they are satisfying. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy gingernut recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, ground ginger, and caster sugar, making it an ideal choice for a quick baking project. The simple technique of rolling and pressing the dough ensures a gorgeous, rustic appearance, while their crisp texture makes them perfect for dunking into tea or coffee. Whether you're filling your cookie jar or gifting a batch to a friend, these gingernuts are sure to delight!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100
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Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:12 mins
Total Time:27 mins
Servings: 20

Ingredients

  • 200 grams All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
  • 100 grams Caster sugar
  • 85 grams Unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons Golden syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and ground ginger, then stir in the caster sugar.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the butter and golden syrup over low heat, stirring until smooth. Remove from the heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Pour the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well. Add the milk gradually to bring the dough together into a soft but not sticky consistency.

Step 5

Roll small portions of the dough into balls, roughly the size of a walnut, and place them onto the prepared trays, leaving space between each ball to allow for spreading.

Step 6

Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a fork to create a pattern on top.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the gingernuts cool on the baking trays for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Store in an airtight container to maintain crispness. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size 482.8 grams (482.8g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 1941
Total Fat 75.60g 97%
Saturated Fat 43.20g 216%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 191mg 64%
Sodium 1333mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 307.40g 112%
Dietary Fiber 5.80g 21%
Total Sugars 153.10g
Protein 22.40g 45%
Vitamin D 13IU 65%
Calcium 87mg 7%
Iron 10mg 53%
Potassium 325mg 7%
*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: 34.0%
Protein: 4.5%
Carbs: 61.5%