Cookie Jar Gingersnaps Recipe

Name: Cookie Jar Gingersnaps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flour, all-purpose; 3/4 cup vegetable shortening; 1 tablespoon ginger ground; 1 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 each eggs; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon ground; 1/4 cup molasses; 1/2 teaspoon cloves ground; 1/2 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C).
2
Into a medium bowl, sift together flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
3
In a large bowl with electric mixer, beat shortening until soft, 1 minute.
4
Gradually add sugar and continue beating until mixture is light and fluffy.
5
Beat in egg and molasses until well-blended.
6
Stir in flour mixture until completely mixed.
7
Place a little sugar in a medium bowl.
8
Scoop out heaping teaspoonfuls of mixture.
9
Using your palms, roll into 3/4 inch balls and drop into the sugar.
10
Roll to cover the surgace completely; then place balls 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
11
Bake until cookies are slightly rounded and tops appear lightly browned and crackles.
12
Remove baking sheets to wire racks to cool slightly.
13
The, using a metal pancake turner or palette knife, remove cookies to wire racks to cool completely.
14
Repeat with remaining cookie dough and sugar.
15
Store in airtight containers.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups flour, all-purpose, 3/4 cup vegetable shortening, 1 tablespoon ginger ground, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Cookie Jar Gingersnaps falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cookie Jar Gingersnaps

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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