Finnish Gingersnaps Recipe ๐ซ๐ฎ๐ช
Description: These Finnish Gingersnaps, derived from The Finnish Cookbook, are a delightful blend of spicy ginger and sweet molasses flavors, perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a comforting treat. Whether you opt for classic 3-inch rounds or get creative with different shapes, these easy-to-make cookies are sure to impress!
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Finnish, Scandinavian, European, < 30 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 cup | Molasses |
| 1/2 cup | Dark corn syrup |
| 1/2 cup | Brown sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Butter |
| 1 | Margarine |
| 1 | Heavy cream |
| 3 – 3 1/2 | Ginger |
| 1 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 | Flour |
| 1/2 tsp | Baking powder |
| Pinch | Salt |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 58.9
- Fat Content: 2.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 6.8mg
- Sodium Content: 19.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.9g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 3.4g
- Protein Content: 0.7g
Yield:
About 60 cookies
Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine molasses, dark corn syrup, brown sugar, and butter. Beat until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
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Add the margarine, heavy cream, ginger, cinnamon, flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to the bowl. Continue beating until a stiff dough forms.
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Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes to firm it up.
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Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC).
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out small portions of the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
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Using a cookie cutter, cut the dough into 3-inch rounds or any preferred shapes. Re-roll the scraps of dough and continue cutting until it’s all used.
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Place the cut-out cookies onto parchment-lined baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be cautious not to overbake as these cookies can easily become too crisp.
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Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Enjoy Your Finnish Gingersnaps! ๐๐ช
Whether served with a cup of coffee, hot cocoa, or enjoyed on their own, these Finnish Gingersnaps are bound to become a favorite in your holiday baking repertoire. Share them with friends and family, or simply savor each bite as a delightful treat. Happy baking!
