Gingersnaps Like No Other (Find The Secret Ingredie

Name: Gingersnaps Like No Other (Find The Secret Ingredient!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups shortening; 2 cups sugar; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup molasses; 1 tablespoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons ginger; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 cups flour; 1/2 cup whole wheat flour

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and molasses, mixing well.
3
Add dry ingredients and continue mixing. Dough should form a ball.
4
Cover bowl with plastic and pop in the fridge for 20-30 minutes until dough is pliable.
5
Form dough into 1-inch balls; roll in EXTRA white sugar (you CAN skip this step, but why would you want to?).
6
Place on UNgreased cookie sheet, about two inches apart. They will spread out, so you don't need to press them down.
7
Bake 12-13 minutes until top is crackly. Cool on rack, then store in covered container.
8
During humid weather: store in tightly sealed container or they will get VERY limp and bedraggled.

957

kcal

Calories

Fat

206

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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups shortening, 2 cups sugar, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Gingersnaps Like No Other (Find The Secret Ingredient!) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gingersnaps Like No Other (Find The Secret Ingredient!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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