Best 5 Moms Ginger Snaps Recipes

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"Mom's Ginger Snaps" is a timeless classic cookie recipe that evokes fond memories of cozy kitchens and the sweet aroma of freshly baked treats. These crispy, flavorful cookies are beloved for their unique combination of spices and the perfect balance of chewiness and snap. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the journey of creating the perfect "Mom's Ginger Snaps" that will become a hit among your family and friends.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MOM'S GINGER SNAPS



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Fabulous, spicy cookies.

Provided by Elaine

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup packed brown sugar
¾ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup molasses
1 egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
⅓ cup white sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, oil, molasses, and egg. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, cloves, cinnamon, and ginger; stir into the molasses mixture. Roll dough into 1 1/4 inch balls. Roll each ball in white sugar before placing 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in preheated oven, or until center is firm. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 90.8 mg, Sugar 9.1 g

OLD-FASHIONED GINGERSNAPS



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I discovered this recipe many years ago, and it's been a favorite among our family and friends since. Who doesn't like cookies during the holidays? -Francis Stoops, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Chill. , Roll into 1-1/4-in. balls and dip into sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for about 10 minutes or until set and surface cracks. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA'S GINGERSNAPS



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This was my mother-in-law's recipe and my husband's favorite. Shorten or lengthen the cooking time for a softer or crisper cookie.

Provided by RAMB

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Spice Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup margarine
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup white sugar for decoration

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the margarine and 1 cup white sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and molasses until well blended. Combine the flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; stir into the molasses mixture to form a dough. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and roll the balls in the remaining sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  • 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.2 calories, Carbohydrate 15.5 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 149 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

MOM'S GINGERSNAPS



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Everyone in my family loves these. Dad keeps asking me to make them and send them over. Great ginger and molasses flavour.

Provided by LeeAnn

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 53 1 inch cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter or 3/4 cup margarine
3/4 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup sugar (separate for rolling cookies in)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Combine dry ingredients and set aside.
  • In a large bowl beat butter till soft, gradually add sugar.
  • Beat in egg and molasses.
  • Stir in flour mixture.
  • Roll into balls, then roll in sugar.
  • Bake 10- 12 minutes.
  • Cooking time depends on the size of cookie.
  • I have small children so I make them quite small and the baking time decreases.
  • The yield is not correct- It depends on the size of the cookie- I do not know the amount it will make?

A+ MOLASSES GINGER SNAPS



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Ginger snaps are sometimes hard, flat dry things albeit with great flavor, but Colin's mom knows what she is doing. Hers are super chewy and soft, baked in balls of dough rather than flat cookies. Giving everyone a a run for the money in the best cookie in the world contest and, in this case, I got the recipe. Yep, there it is, the much maligned but delicious dirty little secret of foodies everywhere. Crisco. Huge thanks to Mrs. MacLauchlan (and her son Colin!) for sharing her secret.

Provided by Chef Lanibobonnie

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 36-48 cookies, 18-24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup molasses
1 cup sugar
1 egg
3/4 cup Crisco shortening
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon ginger

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together at one time with your hands. Form into balls and roll in sugar. Place 2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake at 375* for 8--10 minute For a chewy cookie, bake the minimum amount of time.
  • Makes 3--4 dozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 10.3, Sodium 135.6, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 13.7, Protein 1.8

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will taste. Use real butter, not margarine, and fresh eggs. Use good-quality molasses and spices.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough 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 high temperature: This will help the cookies crisp up on the outside while staying soft and chewy on the inside.
  • Don't overbake the cookies: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly. Bake the cookies just until they are set.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before enjoying: This will allow the flavors to develop and the cookies to firm up.

Conclusion:

Ginger snaps are a classic holiday cookie that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With their warm, spicy flavor and crisp, chewy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit at your next holiday party. So gather your ingredients and get baking!

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