Gingersnaps Recipe
Description:
Do you have an insatiable craving for something spicy-sweet? Look no further than these delightful gingersnaps! Perfect for Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any winter occasion, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser, with a Canadian twist. Soft, chewy, and packed with warm spices, they’ll have you reaching for seconds and thirds. Plus, they’re vegan, low in cholesterol, and oh-so-healthy. One bite, and you’ll be hooked!
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 30-60 cookies (depending on size)
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup unbleached flour
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 3 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup light molasses
- 1/3 cup water
Instructions:
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Sift Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, sift together the whole wheat flour, unbleached flour, dark brown sugar, baking soda, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and salt. -
Warm the Molasses:
In a small saucepan, warm the molasses until it’s just heated through. This helps it dissolve more easily into the other wet ingredients. -
Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, mix together the warmed molasses, oil, and water until well combined. -
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, and mix until a stiff dough forms. It should not be overly sticky; if it is, add a touch more flour. -
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line cookie trays with parchment paper or lightly oil them to prevent sticking. -
Roll Out the Dough:
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Use your favorite cookie cutters to cut out shapes. -
Bake:
Place the cut-out cookies on the prepared trays, leaving some space between each one. Bake for 10 to 14 minutes, or until they’re lightly browned and set. They’ll firm up more as they cool. -
Enjoy:
Once baked, let the cookies cool on a wire rack before indulging. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for maximum freshness.
These gingersnaps are guaranteed to fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of ginger and spice. Whether you’re sharing them at a potluck or enjoying them as a midnight snack, they’re sure to be a hit. So go ahead, whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies and satisfy that craving! 🍪
