Best 6 Healthier Big Soft Ginger Cookies Recipes
In the realm of delectable treats, few can resist the allure of a perfectly crafted ginger cookie, its soft and chewy texture harmonizing with the warm, spicy notes of ginger. However, the pursuit of a healthier version of this classic cookie often leads to compromises in flavor or texture. But fear not, cookie enthusiasts! With the right recipe and careful ingredient selection, it is possible to create a big, soft ginger cookie that satisfies your sweet cravings without sacrificing nutritional value. Embark on this culinary journey with us as we unveil the secrets of creating the ultimate healthier big soft ginger cookie, a treat that will tantalize your taste buds while nourishing your body.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES
These are just what they say: big, soft, gingerbread cookies. They stay soft, too. My oldest son's favorite.
Provided by AMY1028
Categories Desserts Cookies Spice Cookie Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then stir in the water and molasses. Gradually stir the sifted ingredients into the molasses mixture. Shape dough into walnut sized balls, and roll them in the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Place the cookies 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet, and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 147 mg, Sugar 11.4 g
HEALTHIER BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES
These are just what they say: big, soft, gingerbread cookies that stay soft. This healthier version of the original recipe uses butter instead of margarine, less sugar, and some white whole wheat flour.
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories Desserts Cookies Gingerbread Cookie Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Sift together all-purpose flour and whole-wheat flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
- Beat butter and 3/4 cup sugar with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth. Beat in egg, then stir in water and molasses. Gradually stir in flour mixture until just incorporated. Roll dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets; flatten slightly.
- Bake in preheated oven until cookies are golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.2 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fat 6.1 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 82.8 mg, Sugar 9.7 g
BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES
These nicely spiced, big soft ginger cookies are perfect for folks who like the flavor of ginger but don't care for crunchy gingersnaps. -Barbara Gray, Boise, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. , Roll into 1-1/2-in. balls, then roll in sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 350° until puffy and lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
HEALTHIER SOFT AND CHEWY GINGER COOKIES RECIPE
These Healthier Soft and Chewy Ginger Cookies are simple, quick, delicious and healthy. You will love them.
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, sift together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, applesauce and coconut sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, then stir in water and molasses.
- Gradually stir in flour mixture until just combined. Shape dough into 1-inch balls, roll in sugar (if desired) and place 2" apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to wire rack.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 43 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Sodium 70 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES
Make and share this Big Soft Ginger Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Lvs2Cook
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Yield 24 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º.
- Sift together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, beating well after addition. Stir in the water and molasses. Gradually stir in the sifted ingredients into the molasses mixture. Roll dough into walnut sized bals and roll in remaining 2 tbsps. of sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet and slightly flatten.
- Bake 8 to 10 minutes.
- Allow cookies to cool 5 minutes on sheet before removing to rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 24.1, Sodium 122.1, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11.4, Protein 1
BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES - FROM THE ALLRECIPES WEBSITE
These cookies have gotten rave reviews at our family get-togethers. They are posted on the All Recipes website and are 5 star cookies! Here is what the chef has to say: "These are just what they say: big, soft, gingerbread cookies. They stay soft, too. My oldest son's favorite." Thank you for making this available to us all!
Provided by senseicheryl
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 18m
Yield 24 large cookies, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Sift together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the margarine and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, then stir in the water and molasses.
- Gradually stir the sifted ingredients into the molasses mixture.
- Shape dough into walnut sized balls and roll them in the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- Place the cookies 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet and flatten slightly.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
Tips:
- Use fresh ginger. Fresh ginger has a more intense flavor than ground ginger, and it will give your cookies a more pronounced ginger taste.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Chill the dough before baking. Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
- Bake the cookies at a low temperature. Baking the cookies at a low temperature will help them to stay soft and chewy.
- Don't overbake the cookies. Overbaking the cookies will make them dry and crumbly. Bake them just until they are set.
Conclusion:
These big, soft ginger cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make and have a delicious, spicy flavor. Whether you are a fan of ginger or not, you are sure to love these cookies. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!
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