How to Make Crispy Gingersnaps - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about the combination of ginger, molasses, and spices that just screams holiday season. And what better way to enjoy those flavors than with a batch of homemade crispy gingersnap cookies? These classic cookies are a staple of holiday baking, and for good reason. They're the perfect blend of warm spices, sweet molasses, and a satisfying crunch that makes them irresistible.

These cookies are a must-have for any holiday gathering, and they're also great for gifting to f...

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Total Time: 22 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar. Add the egg and beat until light and fluffy, then stir in the molasses. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, salt, ginger and cinnamon. Add to the egg mixture and stir until well blended. Roll bits of dough into 1 inch balls. Dip each ball in sugar and place on cookie sheet, sugared side up about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until cookies have spread and tops have cracked. Let cool on wire rack.
  • Nutrition

    94 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 105mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 45mg