How to Make Basic Gingersnap Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the spicy, comforting flavor of gingersnap cookies. With their distinct molasses and ginger taste, these cookies are a staple during the fall and winter months. Whether you're looking for a treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or want to add a festive touch to your holiday dessert spread, gingersnap cookies are the perfect choice.

While there are many variations of gingersnap cookies out there, this recipe for basic gingersnap cookies is a tried-and-true classic...

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 4 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup unsulfured molasses

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 53 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 6 dozen cookies

  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper; set aside. In a large bowl, or stand mixer with the paddle attachment, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the molasses. Gradually mix in the sifted ingredients. Divide the dough into thirds and wrap in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/8 inch in thickness. Cut into desired shapes with cookie cutters. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart onto cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until cookies are crisp but not dark. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate as desired.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 24mg
    • Sodium: 147mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 36mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 175mg