Chocolate Star Gingersnaps Recipe

Name: Chocolate Star Gingersnaps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar; ¾ cup shortening; ¼ cup molasses; 1 egg; 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon clove; ¼ cup sugar; 48 chocolate stars (decorative candies)

Servings: persons

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
¾ cup shortening
¼ cup molasses
1 egg
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon clove
¼ cup sugar
48 chocolate stars (decorative candies)

1
Heat oven to 375.
2
In large bowl, combine brown sugar, shortening and molasses; beat at medium speed until smooth.
3
Add egg; beat well.
4
Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off.
5
Add flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and cloves; beat until well mixed.
6
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in sugar.
7
Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
8
Bake at 375 for 7 to 9 minutes or until tops are cracked and edges are set.
9
Immediately press 1 candy in center of each cookie.
10
Cool 1 minute.
11
Remove from cookie sheets; place on wire racks.
12
Cool about 3 hours or until candy is set before storing.

7150

kcal

Calories

375

Fat

851

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, ¾ cup shortening, ¼ cup molasses, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Star Gingersnaps falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chocolate Star Gingersnaps

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