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King Size Ginger Snaps from Rory
These King Size Ginger Snaps offer a bold, spicy flavor and a chewy-crisp texture that makes them a standout among traditional cookies. The recipe, penned in neat cursive on a worn page, is characteristic of mid-century American baking. Made with warming spices like ginger and cinnamon, these cookies are ideal for holidays or cozy evenings. Their generous size and sugar-coated exterior give them a bakery-style appeal, while the molasses brings depth and chewiness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 139 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups flour (sifted)
  • 4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 3 tsp baking soda
  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg (beaten)
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • Additional sugar (for rolling)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Prepare Dry Ingredients

  • Sift together the flour, ginger, salt, cloves, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 2: Cream Shortening and Sugar

  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening. Add the sugar gradually and beat until fluffy.

Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients

  • Mix in the beaten egg and molasses until fully incorporated.

Step 4: Combine with Dry Ingredients

  • Gradually stir in the sifted dry ingredients until a dough forms.

Step 5: Shape and Roll

  • Shape dough into 1½-inch balls. Roll each ball in granulated sugar.

Step 6: Bake the Cookies

  • Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.

Step 7: Cool the Cookies

  • Let cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring to wire racks.

Tips

  • Roll dough balls in coarse sugar for extra crunch.
  • Add 1 to 2 tsp grated fresh ginger for stronger spice.
  • Chill dough 30 minutes if cookies spread too much.
  • Substitute butter for shortening for richer flavor.
  • Use a smaller scoop for more traditional-sized gingersnaps.
  • Add a pinch of black pepper for a classic old-fashioned “snap.”
  • Bake longer for crisp cookies; shorter for chewier centers.
  • Drizzle with simple icing for a holiday cookie tray.

Nutrition

Calories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 156mgPotassium: 65mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg
Keyword classic cookies, ginger cookies, holiday baking, molasses cookies, old-fashioned cookies, vintage recipe
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