How to Make Mom's Ginger Snaps - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're in the mood for a sweet and spicy treat, look no further than Mom's Ginger Snaps. These classic cookies are a beloved family recipe that has been passed down through the generations. The crispy, chewy texture and the warm, comforting flavors of ginger and molasses make them a perfect choice for dessert, a midday snack, or with a hot cup of tea or coffee.

These cookies are a staple during the holiday season, but they are also a welcome addition to any cookie jar year-round. T...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅓ cup white sugar for decoration

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Mix brown sugar, oil, molasses, and egg together in a large bowl.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; stir into the molasses mixture.
  • Roll dough into 1 1/4-inch balls. Roll each ball in white sugar before placing 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until center is firm, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    105 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 91mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 52mg