Best 5 Paula Deens Ginger Cookies Recipes

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When the winter chill sets in and the holiday season approaches, there's nothing quite like the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked cookies wafting through the air. Ginger cookies, with their distinct spicy-sweet flavor and chewy texture, are a classic holiday treat that brings back fond memories for many. If you're searching for the perfect recipe to capture the essence of these timeless cookies, look no further. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the best Paula Deen's ginger cookie recipe, a delightful confection that blends the perfect balance of spices, sugar, and butter to create a truly unforgettable treat.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PAULA DEEN'S GINGER COOKIES



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Ginger Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Juenessa

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup vegetable shortening
1 cup sugar, plus more for rolling
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
  • Using an electric mixer at low speed, cream the shortening and sugar until thoroughly combined.
  • Add the egg and molasses and beat until completely incorporated.
  • Sift together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and salt and add to the mixture.
  • Stir until combined.
  • Roll the dough into balls about 1-inch in diameter.
  • Roll the balls in sugar.
  • Place 1/2-inch apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Flatten the balls slightly with your fingertips.
  • Bake for 8-12 minutes.
  • Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1125.6, Fat 53.9, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 70.5, Sodium 1263.3, Carbohydrate 152.6, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 82.6, Protein 10.8

PAULA DEEN'S MONSTER COOKIES



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Make and share this Paula Deen's Monster Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lberg

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 36 cookies, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups packed light brown sugar
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 ounces creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup multi-colored chocolate candy
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
2 teaspoons baking soda
4 1/2 cups quick-cooking oatmeal (not instant)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats.
  • In a very large mixing bowl, combine the eggs and sugars. Mix well. Add the salt, vanilla, peanut butter, and butter. Mix well. Stir in the chocolate candies, chocolate chips, raisins, if using, baking soda, and oatmeal. Drop by tablespoons 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Do not overbake. Let stand for about 3 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool. When cool, store in large resealable plastic bags.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.5, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 3.4, Cholesterol 22.3, Sodium 181.1, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 15.3, Protein 4.6

PAULA DEEN'S ICED CHRISTMAS SUGAR COOKIES



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From Nov/Dec 2012 Cooking with Paula Deen magazine. The magazine noted the icing will dry hard. They used colored sparking sugars, colored pearlized sugars, colored sanding sugars, colored pearlized jimmies, candy cane sprinkles, colored sugar crystals, pearlized sugar pearls, edible confetti snowflakes, glitter crystals, nonpareils and dragees to decorate the cookes. It was also noted they used no taste paste food coloring by Wilton and edible silver spray on the cookies.

Provided by Kerena

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 36 cookies, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tablespoon vanilla
2 eggs
3 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cold water
3 tablespoons meringue powder
2 cups confectioners' sugar
paste food coloring, assorted colors

Steps:

  • To make the cookies - in a large bowl, beat butter and next 3 ingredients at medium speed with a mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each additon.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Gradually add to butter mixture, beating until combined. Cover dough with plastic and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 3 days.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • On lightly flour surface roll dough to 1/4" thickness. Cut dough with desired cutters. Reroll dough scraps and cut out cookies until all dough has been used.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool on pans for 2 miutes and then remove to wire racks to cool completely.
  • To make Royal Icing - In a small bowl, whisk water and meringue powder until foamy. Gradually add confectioners sugar, whisking until smooth. Divide into small bowls and tint with food coloring pastes, stirring to achieve desired colors.
  • Decorate cookes as desired with Royal Icing, dragees and sugar sprinkles.
  • Store in airtight containers for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.2, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 6.7, Cholesterol 47.8, Sodium 219.5, Carbohydrate 44.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 27.3, Protein 3.1

MONSTER COOKIES (PAULA DEEN)



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These are awsome! They have no flour in them; the oats work as it, so there is no need for it. Makes a ton of cookies, and you can put pretty much anything you want in them, hence the name Monster! These cookies don't last long at my house!!!

Provided by robingracejohnson

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 13m

Yield 60 cookies, 20-25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 eggs
1 1/4 cups brown sugar
1 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 (12 ounce) jar peanut butter
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup candy covered plain chocolate candies (such as M & M's)
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1/4 cup raisins (optional)
1/4 cup nuts, chopped (any kind) (optional)
2 teaspoons baking soda
4 1/2 cups oats (the quick cooking kind)

Steps:

  • Pre heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray a cookie sheet with non stick spray.
  • In a large bowl combine eggs and sugars; mix well.
  • Add salt, vanilla, peanutbutter, and butter (sometimes I don't use all the butter it calls for and it still turns out fine!). Mix well.
  • Stir in M & M's, chocolate chips, and raisins and nuts (if using), baking soda and oatmeal.
  • Drop by tablespoonfuls, 2 inches apart on prepared cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes. Do not overbake.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425, Fat 18.7, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 40.8, Sodium 321.5, Carbohydrate 56.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 30.5, Protein 11.6

PAULA DEEN'S MAGICAL PEANUT BUTTER COOKIES



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These cookies are made using a sugar replacement, so they are perfect for those diet-conscious snackers and/or diabetics. These would also be great cookies for someone on the Atkins diet.

Provided by carlyandlee

Categories     Dessert

Time 27m

Yield 18 cookies, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy)
1 cup sugar substitute (Splenda)
1/3 cup sugar substitute (Splenda) (optional)
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, 1 cup of Splenda, the egg, and vanilla. Stir well with a spoon.
  • Roll the dough into balls the size of walnuts. Place the balls on the prepared cookie sheet.
  • With a fork dipped in optional 1/3 cup of Splenda to prevent sticking, press a criss-cross design on each cookie.
  • Bake for 12 minutes, remove from the oven, and sprinkle the cookies with the optional 1/3 cup of Splenda.
  • Cool slightly before removing from the pan.

Tips:

  • To make sure the ginger is at its peak flavor, look for knobs that are unblemished and firm.
  • Use a spoon to peel the ginger, as it's easier than using a knife.
  • If you want to save time, you can use pre-ground ginger.
  • Feel free to adjust the amount of ginger in the recipe to suit your taste.
  • Serve the ginger snaps with a cup of tea or coffee for a cozy and delicious snack.

Conclusion:

Paula Deen's Ginger Snaps are an easy-to-make and delicious treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a batch of these tasty cookies in no time. Whether you're looking for a sweet snack or a festive holiday treat, these ginger snaps are sure to be a hit. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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