Grandma'S Swedish Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Grandma'S Swedish Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter (room temperature); 1.5 cups sugar; 1 egg (room temperature); 1 tablespoon grated orange peel; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar with .5 tablespoon warm water; 1 tablespoon water for batter; 1.5 tablespoons water to shape dough; 3.25 cups sifted, enriched, bleached flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger; .5 teaspoons clove; sliced almonds (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup butter (room temperature)
1.5 cups sugar
1 egg (room temperature)
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar with .5 tablespoon warm water
1 tablespoon water for batter
1.5 tablespoons water to shape dough
3.25 cups sifted, enriched, bleached flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 teaspoon ginger
.5 teaspoons clove
sliced almonds (optional)

1
Cut up each stick of butter into 7-8 pieces each, put in mixer bowl, and beat on medium to high until creamy. Slowly add sugar.
2
Scrape down sides of bowl; add egg; beat high until light and fluffy. Add orange peel, brown sugar mixture, and water. Mix well.
3
Add rest of dry ingredients to flour. Stir into creamed mixture to form dough.
4
Add up to 1.5 tablespoons of water to mold dough into lump in bowl, and cover with plastic wrap. Chill dough thoroughly (about 2 hours in fridge).
5
Shape dough into rolls about 4.5 inches long. Wrap in plastic wrap and freeze. (At least 3 hours.)
6
Unwrap a roll of dough and cut slices about ? inch thick. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Top with sliced almonds. Cook at 375 degrees for 6 minutes.

1125

kcal

Calories

Fat

160

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter (room temperature), 1.5 cups sugar, 1 egg (room temperature), 1 tablespoon grated orange peel, and more.

Yes, Grandma'S Swedish Ginger Cookies 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!

Grandma'S Swedish Ginger Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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