Embark on a delightful culinary journey as we venture into the sweet realm of ginger sugar cookies. These delectable treats, characterized by their warm, spicy aroma and crispy texture, are a delightful addition to any occasion, be it a festive holiday gathering or a cozy afternoon tea. With their irresistible combination of flavors and aromas, ginger sugar cookies have captured the hearts of cookie enthusiasts worldwide. In this comprehensive guide, we will unravel the secrets of creating perfect ginger sugar cookies, exploring the nuances of ingredients, techniques, and baking methods to ensure that every bite is a moment of pure bliss.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SOFT GINGER SUGAR COOKIES
These cookies really do stay soft! They are rolled in sugar and the tops crack while baking. I often double the recipe because they go so fast. I think this recipe came from Canadian Living magazine.
Provided by Cookin-jo
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Set aside.
- Beat butter 30 seconds, until soft.
- Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
- Add egg and molasses and beat well.
- Add 1/2 the flour mixture and stir in, then stir in the rest of the flour mixture.
- The dough should be at a consistency that you can roll it with your hands into balls. I often have to add quite a bit more flour.
- Roll into 1 inch balls, then roll the balls in sugar.
- Place cookes 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 8-11 minutes. Do not brown! The cookies should be almost underbaked in the middle.
- Let, cool 2 minutes and transfer to a cooling rack. Store in cookie tins.
GINGER SUGAR COOKIES
Ginger-laced, heart-shaped sugar cookies offer a sweetly spicy crunch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 24 heart-shaped cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift flour, baking soda, and salt into a medium bowl. Cream butter and sugars with a mixer until pale and fluffy. Beat in ginger, then yolk.
- Reduce speed to low, and add flour mixture gradually, beating until just combined. Wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Turn out dough onto lightly floured parchment. Roll out until 1/4 inch thick, and cut out cookies using a 1 3/4-inch heart-shaped cutter. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets. Brush each cookie with a damp pastry brush, then sprinkle with sanding sugar. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
- Bake until cookies are set and light gold around edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to racks, and let cool. Cookies will keep, covered, for up to 3 days.
LEMON GINGER SUGAR COOKIES
Categories Citrus Ginger Dessert Bake Quick & Easy
Yield makes about 3 dozen cookies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 Line two baking sheets with parchment. In bowl cream butter. Add sugar and beat on medium high until light and fluffy. About 5 minutes. Scrape down bowl. Add egg and lemon zest and extract. In medium bowl whisk together flour, gingers, baking soda, and salt.Mix until combined. Using teaspoon scoop or 2 teaspoons , drop cookie batter on baking sheets, 2" apart. Sprinkle with Florida cyrstals and bake 10- 12 minutes.
CINNAMON GINGER SPICE COOKIES - LOW SUGAR/DIABETIC FRIENDLY RECIPE
Another recipe from the Splenda website. I found that the cookies with Splenda tend to be kinda dry and crumbly. These have a great flavor though. Just keep a close eye on them and don't overcook! NUTRITION FACTS Servings Per Recipe: 30 Amount Per Serving Total Carbs: 8g
Provided by Traci Coleman
Categories Cookies
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Mix together shortening, butter, Splenda, egg and molasses in large mixing bowl.
- 2. Sift dry ingredients together and add to shortening mixture. Mix thoroughly.
- 3. Wrap dough in saran wrap and chill in fridge for about 2 hours.
- 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- 5. Form dough into 30 balls, approximately 1 level tablespoon each. Place balls on ungreased cookie sheet and pat down gently with fork making a criss cross pattern.
- 6. Bake in the center of oven for 8-10 minutes. Do not overbake. Cool on wire cooling rack.
GINGER COOKIES (NO GLUTEN, NO SUGAR)
This is my adaptation of a recipe on www.positivehealth.com. This version doesn't use any grains. I mix these right in the saucepan that I start with. It's a nice little cookie and my family loves them, so much that I usually double the recipe.
Provided by Aimee88
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 15-20 cookies, 15-20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Melt the butter, honey and molasses in a medium saucepan.
- Remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients.
- Allow to stand. If after 5-10 minutes it's not a bit of a firm dough, you might add a bit more arrowroot.
- Roll into small balls and bake for 10-15 minutes at 170°C/350°F.
GINGER-BROWN SUGAR COOKIES
Remember old-fashioned chewy ginger cookies? These get an extra spicy hit from crystallized ginger.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat brown sugar, butter, vanilla and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and gingers.
- Shape dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into 1-inch balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten to 1/2-inch thickness with greased bottom of glass dipped in granulated sugar.
- Bake cookies 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack; cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your cookies have the best flavor and texture.
- Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies at a high temperature for a short amount of time: This will give them a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them: This will help the frosting to set properly.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days: You can also freeze the cookies for up to 2 months.
Conclusion:
Ginger sugar cookies are a classic holiday treat that are easy to make and always a hit with family and friends. With their warm, spicy flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are sure to be a favorite. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give these ginger sugar cookies a try.
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