Swedish Orange Gingersnaps Recipe

Name: Swedish Orange Gingersnaps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 large egg; 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon molasses; 1 tablespoon orange juice; 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest; 2 3/4 to 3 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground ginger

Servings: persons

1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon molasses
1 tablespoon orange juice
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
2 3/4 to 3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger

1
In a mixing bowl or standing mixer cream together the butter and sugar until light.
2
Beat in 1 egg and mix in the molasses, orange juice, and zest.
3
Sift together the dry ingredients and stir them into the wet ingredients to make a soft, smooth dough, adding more flour if dough is too sticky.
4
Knead the dough three times on a lightly floured board.
5
Shape the dough into 3 logs, about 8-inches long, wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Slice logs into thin circles, less than 1/8-inch thick.
7
Place on lightly greased baking sheets.
8
Bake cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes.
9
Remove from oven and transfer cookies to a rack to cool.

811

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

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 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon molasses, and more.

Yes, Swedish Orange 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.

Swedish Orange Gingersnaps

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