Golden Spice Delight: Crisp Ginger Pecan Cookies 🍪

Crisp Ginger Cookies

Description: These crisp ginger cookies are the epitome of deliciousness and make for the perfect accompaniment to baked apples. With a warm blend of spices and the delightful crunch of pecans, they’re sure to become a favorite treat for any occasion. And don’t worry about the prep time listed—it doesn’t include the chilling time needed for the dough, so plan accordingly!

• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 48 cookies
• Recipe Category: Dessert
• Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Christmas, < 60 Mins, Oven

Ingredients:

• 7 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/4 cups sugar
• 1 cup dark molasses
• 1/2 cup flour
• 2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 cups candied ginger, finely chopped
• 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions:

1. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and sugar until creamy and fluffy using an electric mixer set on medium speed.

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2. Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the egg to the mixture and continue beating on medium speed until fully incorporated. Then, beat in the dark molasses until well combined.

3. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground ginger to ensure they’re well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: With the mixer set on low speed, gradually beat the flour mixture into the butter mixture, adding it one-third at a time. Make sure to beat well after each addition.

5. Add Candied Ginger and Pecans: Stir in the finely chopped candied ginger and pecan halves until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

6. Shape and Chill Dough: Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead briefly. Then, divide the dough into two equal portions and roll each portion into a log, approximately 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 inches in diameter. Wrap each log separately in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about two hours.

7. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C) and line two baking sheets with standard parchment paper.

8. Slice and Bake: On a lightly floured surface, slice the chilled dough logs crosswise into rounds about 1/8 inch thick. Place the dough rounds 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.

9. Bake Until Golden: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until they turn golden brown, which usually takes about 8 to 10 minutes.

10. Cool and Enjoy: Once baked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving. These crisp ginger cookies are best enjoyed with a cup of tea or alongside your favorite dessert.

These cookies are bursting with flavor and have a delightful crunch that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether you’re baking them for a holiday gathering or just to satisfy your sweet tooth, they’re sure to be a hit with family and friends alike. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to indulge in some homemade goodness! 🍪✨