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October 7, 2020 by Brooke Leave a Comment

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Easy recipe for ginger cookies that are perfect anytime – for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or just to enjoy any day. Crispy on the edges and soft in the middle — a cross between gingersnaps and molasses cookies. Just know  these cookies are habit forming!

stack of ginger cookies with one to the side and one in front with a bite taken

I’m sharing one of my favorite cookie recipes with you today – ginger cookies! I’m sure you’ll love them as much as I do. Honestly, though, I have to warn you that these ginger cookies are habit forming. Consider yourself warned.

 

Now, these cookies are fantastic, especially if you love ginger. Spicy, and just so yummy. Ground ginger combined with a touch of cloves and molasses give the cookies just the right amount of spice.

ground ginger in measuring spoon

My family and I have been making these for over ten years now, and they’ve become a holiday favorite. The original recipe uses margarine, but I’ve adapted it to use butter instead.

ginger cookies on white background, one with a bite taken

By using butter, the cookies come out a little crispy, and a little chewy and soft in the middle too – the best of both worlds.

Any unsalted butter will work for these, but just know if you use a more premium European style butter, it really takes these to the next level!

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How to Make Ginger Cookies

  • Heat your oven and sift together your flour, baking soda and spices in a bowl then set aside.
  • In another bowl, beat softened butter and sugar.
  • Add in egg, molasses to the butter mixture and stir until combined.
  • Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture 1/3 or so at a time and beat until just combined.
  • You can chill the dough now for easier rolling, or start rolling into walnut sized balls. (I like to use a tablespoon to help measure out the dough)
  • Roll the dough in sugar then set onto a cookie sheet and gently press down to flatten just a little.
  • Bake in the heated oven for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Then cool on a wire rack.

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These ginger cookies are simple and easy to make, and are always a hit at Christmas parties and cookie exchanges. I hope you enjoy them!

 

 

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Ginger Cookies

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 36 cookies 1x
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: bake
  • Cuisine: cookie
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Easy recipe for ginger cookies that are perfect anytime – for Christmas parties, cookie exchanges, or just to enjoy any day. Crispy on the edges and soft in the middle — a cross between gingersnaps and molasses cookies. Just know these cookies are habit forming!


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp ground ginger
  • 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  2. Line cookie sheet with baking parchment and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, sift flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Set this bowl aside.
  4. In a separate large bowl, beat together butter and 1 cup sugar until combined, and mixture looks fluffy.
  5. Beat in the egg, water and molasses.
  6. Gradually add 1/3 of the flour mixture, and mix to combine. Repeat again with 1/3 of the flour mixture and beat until combined. Repeat a final time with the remaining flour mixture, and beat until combined.
  7. Using a spoon or tablespoon measure, scoop and roll dough into balls about 1 1/2 inches across. Roll dough ball in sugar and place on parchment, about 2 inches apart and flatten slightly.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven and cool slightly on pan before moving to wire cooling rack. Once cookies have cooled completely, store in an airtight container.

Notes

soften butter at room temperature before beginning

I recommend chilling the dough if it feels too sticky on your hands when rolling

Keywords: ginger cookie, soft ginger cookie, crispy ginger cookie, holiday, christmas cookies, holiday baking, holiday treat, favorite cookie

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Hi! I’m Brooke. Welcome to Never Any Thyme! Here you will find simple recipes for healthy living along with tips to take the stress out of planning healthy meals for you and your family. I’m a busy wife, mom, Registered Dietitian, and chocoholic!

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