Best 7 Soft Ginger Sugar Cookies Recipes

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For those with a sweet tooth and a longing for the comforting flavors of ginger, there lies a delightful culinary treat that will tantalize your taste buds - soft ginger sugar cookies. These cookies are a harmonious blend of sweet and spicy, the warmth of ginger perfectly complemented by the delicate hint of sugar. Whether you are a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary adventure, embarking on the journey to create these delectable morsels will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Imagine biting into a soft, chewy cookie, the subtle flavors of ginger dancing on your palate, accompanied by a satisfying crunch of sugar crystals. As you indulge in this delightful treat, let the comforting aroma of ginger fill your kitchen, inviting loved ones to gather and share in the joy of homemade goodness.

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BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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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

2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon salt
¾ cup margarine, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1 tablespoon water
¼ cup molasses
2 tablespoons white sugar

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

GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 7h

Yield about 24 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 1-pound box confectioners¿ sugar
2 tablespoons meringue powder
5 to 6 tablespoons water
Assorted food coloring (optional)
Nonpareils, for decorating

Steps:

  • Make the cookies: Sift together the flour, ginger, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a mixer on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add the egg and beat until combined. Reduce the mixer speed to low; add the flour mixture in 2 batches and beat until just incorporated. Divide the dough between 2 sheets of plastic wrap; shape each into a disk. Wrap and refrigerate until firm, at least 4 hours.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Working with 1 piece at a time, lightly flour the dough and roll out until 1/8 inch thick. Cut out shapes with a 3-inch cookie cutter and arrange 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Refrigerate the cutouts 30 minutes.
  • Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven; preheat to 350 degrees F. Bake, switching the pans halfway through, until the cookies are light golden around the edges, 15 to 18 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes on the baking sheets; transfer to racks to cool completely.
  • Make the icing: Whisk the confectioners¿ sugar and meringue powder in a large bowl. Add 5 tablespoons water; beat with a mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, adding up to 1 more tablespoon water as needed. Tint with food coloring, if desired. Spread or pipe on the cookies. Sprinkle with nonpareils. Let set, about 1 hour.

BIG SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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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

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

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.

SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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Make and share this Soft Ginger Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hkgriffith

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 25m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, softened (no substitute)
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses
2 tablespoons sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  • Set aside.
  • In large miximg bowl with an electric mixer beat butter for 30 seconds.
  • Add 1 cup sugar.
  • Beat until fluffy.
  • Add egg and molasses; beat well.
  • Add half the flour mixture; beat until combined.
  • Stir in remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls.
  • Roll in 2 tablespoons sugar; place on ungreased cookie sheets 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in preheated oven 10 minutes or until light brown and puffed.
  • Let cool on cookie sheets 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to wire racks to cool.

SOFT GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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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

2 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup sugar

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.

SOFT GINGERSNAPS



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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

SOFT GINGER COOKIES



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Provided by Florence Myers

Categories     Cookies     Mixer     Ginger     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Fall     Summer     Edible Gift     Cinnamon     Clove     Molasses     Nutmeg     Bon Appétit     Missouri     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes about 40

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups all purpose flour
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup robust (dark) molasses
1/2 cup pure vegetable shortening
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1/2 cup boiling water
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • Combine first 8 ingredients in large bowl. Add molasses, shortening, and egg. Using electric mixer, beat until well blended. Beat in 1/2 cup boiling water. Chill dough 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Roll chilled dough by generous tablespoonfuls into balls. Roll in additional sugar to coat. Place dough balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until cookies are puffed and cracked on top and tester inserted into center comes out with some moist crumbs attached, about 12 minutes (do not overbake). Transfer cookies to racks and cool.

Tips:

- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading. - Roll the dough to a thickness of 1/4 inch for soft and chewy cookies. - Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown, about 10-12 minutes. - Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. - Decorate the cookies with your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles, nonpareils, or frosting.

Conclusion:

These soft ginger sugar cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their soft and chewy texture, warm ginger flavor, and sweet sugar coating, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet and satisfying snack, give these soft ginger sugar cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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