Irish Ginger Snap cookies are made with a flour, sugar, butter, eggs, molasses, and spices, including ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. The dough is rolled into small balls, flattened, and baked until they are crispy and golden brown.
One of the unique things about these cookies is the combination of spices used in the recipe. The ginger provides a warm and spicy flavor, while the cinnamon and cloves add depth and complexity to the taste. The molasses also adds a rich and sweet flavor that complements the spices perfectly.
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10-12 minutes per batch
- Total time: Approximately 30-40 minutes, depending on the size of your batches.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup coarse sugar, for rolling
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and molasses until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the flour mixture until the dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls, then roll in the coarse sugar to coat.
- Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers are set.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information:
Serving size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 70mg
- Potassium: 70mg
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 1g
Irish Ginger Snap Cookies are a delicious and classic treat that everyone will enjoy. The combination of warm and spicy flavors from the ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, along with the sweetness of the molasses, make for a perfect balance of taste. These cookies are also easy to make and can be enjoyed anytime, whether it's for a special occasion or a simple snack. With their crispy texture and delightful taste, Irish Ginger Snap Cookies are sure to become a favorite in any household.
