Best 14 Netties Molasses Gingersnaps Recipes

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In the realm of delectable treats, few confections can rival the allure of "Nettie's Molasses Gingersnaps," a timeless classic that has tantalized taste buds for generations. These crisp, chewy cookies, imbued with the warmth of molasses and the piquant zest of ginger, hold a special place in the hearts of cookie enthusiasts everywhere. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook looking to embark on a culinary adventure, this guide will unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect batch of "Nettie's Molasses Gingersnaps."

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

ANNE SEVERSON'S GINGERSNAPS



Anne Severson's Gingersnaps image

Gingersnaps have long been the workhorse of our family Christmas cookie plate. Oh, sure, there were dalliances with other cookies, trends that came and went. We endured the rum-ball phase, and experiments with questionable fudge recipes. But these gingersnaps, not the sexiest cookie and perhaps not the most delicious, had long been the most reliable cookie, the most universally loved.

Provided by Anne Severson

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 45m

Yield About two dozen cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling
1 egg
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 scant teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground cloves
4 tablespoons molasses
2 cups flour

Steps:

  • In a stand mixer or food processor, cream together the butter and 1 cup sugar, then add the egg, soda, salt, spices and molasses and mix well.
  • Add flour and mix well. Use a bit more flour if the dough seems too sticky - it should be stiff. Shape into a ball and refrigerate for at least 1 .5 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Roll dough into small balls (smaller than a golf ball but bigger than a marble). Rolls balls in a bowl of sugar; set each on an ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake 11 to 13 minutes, or until puffy. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 135, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 19 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 110 milligrams, Sugar 11 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HONEY AND MOLASSES GINGERSNAPS



Honey and Molasses Gingersnaps image

Full of holiday flavor thanks to honey and molasses, these easy baked gingersnap cookies make a great gift or party dessert.

Provided by michellekb

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Gingersnap Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg
2 ½ tablespoons molasses
2 ½ tablespoons honey
½ cup turbinado sugar (such as Sugar in the Raw®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Combine flour, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon, ginger, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • Beat white sugar, butter, and egg together in a large bowl with an electric mixer at medium speed until fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add molasses and honey and beat for 1 minute. Slowly beat in flour mixture to combine.
  • Combine turbinado sugar and remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  • Roll dough into balls using a rounded teaspoon. Roll each in cinnamon-sugar mixture and place on the prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 10 minutes. Cool for 1 minute, then transfer to wire racks to finish cooling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 53.7 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

MOM'S GINGER SNAPS



Mom's Ginger Snaps image

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

CHEWY NO MOLASSES GINGERSNAPS



Chewy No Molasses Gingersnaps image

These cookies are delicious. I made these for Christmas and a bake sale and they were sold out by the end! So thin and chewy! They're a MUST HAVE!

Provided by Noelle Hall

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Gingersnap Recipes

Time 28m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons butter, very soft
½ cup white sugar
½ cup applesauce
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat butter and 1/2 cup white sugar together in a large bowl using an electric mixer until creamy; beat in applesauce, brown sugar, and egg until smooth.
  • Mix flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together in a separate bowl. Stir flour mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, into butter mixture until dough is sandy but shapeable. Roll dough into balls. Pour 3 tablespoons white sugar into a bowl and roll dough balls in the sugar until coated. Flatten dough balls onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are crisp and lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer cookies immediately to a cooling rack and cool for 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 61.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 12.3 mg, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 80.5 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

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

NETTIE'S MOLASSES GINGERSNAPS



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A colleague gave me this recipe and DH loves them. Besides tasting great, you use only one mixing bowl! :)

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup margarine
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon clove
1 teaspoon ginger
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Put margarine, brown sugar, molasses, egg, flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, clove, and ginger into mixing bowl and mix.
  • Roll into walnut size balls.
  • Put about 1/2 cup of regular sugar in cereal size bowl, and 1/2 cup water in ramekin size dish.
  • Roll dough ball in sugar.
  • Place wide apart on slightly greased cookie sheet; dip a glass into water and flatten the cookie.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 8 minutes, or until done to your family's preferences.
  • NOTE: If it is a dark cookie sheet it will take less time than on a brand new shiny sheet; and if they sit on the hot sheet after removing from oven they will harden even more. Some like these cookies hard but I do not.

EXTRA-SPICY GINGERSNAPS



Extra-Spicy Gingersnaps image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger, or more to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cool unsalted butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for rolling
1 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/3 cup molasses (not blackstrap)
1/4 cup egg whites (from about 2 eggs)

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, baking soda, and spices in a mixing bowl and set aside. Cream the butter until smooth and fluffy in a mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or using a hand mixer). Add the sugars and mix. Add the molasses and mix. Add the egg whites in 2 batches, mixing to combine after each addition. Add the dry ingredients in three batches, mixing to combine after each addition.
  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread a few tablespoons of granulated sugar on a small plate.
  • Roll the dough into 3/4-inch balls, then roll each ball in the sugar until lightly coated. Transfer to parchment lined cookie sheets, leaving 1-inch of space between the cookies. Bake until browned, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool on wire racks and store in an airtight container.

FINNISH GINGERSNAPS



Finnish Gingersnaps image

These easy-to-make rolled out spicy ginger cookies was originally printed in The Finnish Cookbook. Although the recipe specifies to cut them in 3-inch rounds, they are also great cut in different shapes for the holiday season.

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup molasses or 1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon ginger
1 tablespoon cinnamon
3 -3 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat together molasses, brown sugar and butter until mixture is smooth.
  • Add cream, ginger, cinnamon, flour, baking powder, salt (if using).
  • Continue beating until dough is stiff.
  • Chill dough.
  • Roll out small portions of dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
  • Cut into 3-inch rounds (or if you prefer other shapes).
  • Bake in 375-degree F oven for 8-10 minutes.
  • Be careful--do not overbrown these cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58.9, Fat 2.3, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 19.6, Carbohydrate 8.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.4, Protein 0.7

ELIZA LARMOUR'S GINGERSNAPS



Eliza Larmour's Gingersnaps image

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dessert

Time 20m

Yield Sixteen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
1 cup Crisco
1 egg
1/4 cup dark molasses
1 tablespoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ginger
2 cups flour
Additional sugar for rolling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Cream the sugar and shortening. Add the egg and molasses. Add the dry ingredients.
  • Form the mixture into one-inch balls. Roll the balls in sugar and place them at least one inch apart on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 12 minutes.
  • Cool the cookies on the cookie sheet until firm, then remove them carefully with a spatula.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 241, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 243 milligrams, Sugar 17 grams, TransFat 2 grams

SOFT GINGERSNAPS



Soft Gingersnaps image

These are the best soft gingersnaps. I always get requests for this recipe.

Provided by DEATRICH81

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Gingersnap Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup brown sugar
¾ cup shortening
¼ cup molasses
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat 1 cup flour, brown sugar, shortening, molasses, egg, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a large bowl until thoroughly combined; stir in remaining 1 1/4 cup flour. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in white sugar; place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cookies are set and tops are crackled, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 39.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

MOLASSES GINGERSNAPS



Molasses Gingersnaps image

Make and share this Molasses Gingersnaps recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Chefjagflynn

Categories     Dessert

Time 23m

Yield 24 cookies, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup vegetable shortening
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup molasses
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In lg. mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, brown sugar, molasses and egg.
  • In separate medium-size bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt and spices.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, blending after each addition, until the dough is evenly mixed.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Put the 1/2 c of sugar in medium-size bowl. Using floured hands, shape the dough into balls the size of whole walnuts. Rol the balls in the sugar, then place them on a lg, lightly greased baking sheet, leaving a couple of inches between them.
  • Bake for 8-9 minutes.
  • Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.3, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 32.5, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 15, Protein 1.4

SIMPLE GINGERSNAPS



Simple Gingersnaps image

I am addicted to gingersnaps. No one else in the family likes them, so I bake these to spoil myself. They also make great gifts for like-minded friends.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup margarine
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses

Steps:

  • Cream margarine, gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  • Beat in egg and molasses.
  • Add dry ingredients and blend well.
  • Form into small balls and place on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper.
  • Flatten with the bottom of a glass.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until tops are slightly rounded, crackly and lightly browned.

SNAPPY GINGERSNAPS



Snappy Gingersnaps image

Another wonderful recipe from Emily Luchetti. I GUARANTEE these are the best gingersnaps you will ever taste. These cookies are a staple around here at Christmas. My Pastor begs me for a batch every year. I like to make the dough and freeze in logs, the slice and bake them when I need them.

Provided by P48422

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield 3 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb unsalted butter, room temp
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
4 teaspoons ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • On your mixer using the paddle attachment, beat the butter and sugar until light and creamy.
  • Add the egg and the molasses and beat until incorporated.
  • Scrape down the bowl, then add the remaining ingredients and mix on low speed until everything is combined.
  • Do not overmix.
  • Using about 1 tablespoon of dough per cookie, roll into balls and place them 2 inches apart on parchment lined pans.
  • Bake until flat and evenly browned, about 13 minutes.
  • Cool on the pan, the remove to a rack to finish cooling.
  • These cookies are best the day they are baked, but will keep for several days.
  • Note: You can make the dough ahead, roll into logs, freeze, then slice and bake when you need them.
  • That's how I make them.
  • Note #2: You can also dip these in chocolate, just half-way up the cookie, to dress them up.

LARA'S TENDER GINGERSNAPS



Lara's Tender Gingersnaps image

Soft gingersnaps embody the tastes and smells of the Christmas season, but they are perfect for any fall or winter gathering. I enjoy the blend of cloves, ginger and cinnamon in this delicious cookie. -Lara Pennell, Mauldin, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter until blended. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon and cloves; gradually add to brown sugar mixture and mix well (dough will be stiff). Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours., Preheat oven to 350°. Shape dough into 1 in. balls. Roll in sugar. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. , Bake until set, 9-11 minutes. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Soften the butter: Make sure the butter is at room temperature before you start. This will make it easier to cream together with the sugar and molasses, resulting in a smoother dough.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Use a cookie scoop: A cookie scoop will help you create evenly sized cookies that will bake evenly.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when you take them out of the oven. They will continue to firm up as they cool.

Conclusion:

Nettie's Molasses Gingersnaps are a classic cookie recipe that is sure to please everyone. They are soft and chewy with a delicious molasses flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to afternoon snacks. With a few simple tips, you can easily make these cookies at home. So grab a batch of Nettie's Molasses Gingersnaps today and enjoy a taste of tradition!

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