Big Soft Ginger Cookies from the Allrecipes Website

Soft, chewy, and brimming with warm holiday spices, these Big Soft Ginger Cookies from the Allrecipes website are a must-bake treat for any cookie lover. Made with a delightful blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, these cookies deliver a cozy, nostalgic flavor that pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee. A delicate molasses sweetness and a sugar-coated exterior create the perfect balance of texture and taste. In just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have 24 generously sized cookies with a signature crackled top and irresistibly soft center. Whether you're preparing for a festive cookie swap or craving a comforting dessert, these ginger cookies are guaranteed to impress. Bake them today and savor the warm, spiced aroma that fills your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 33/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.75 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 1 tablespoon water
• 0.25 cup white sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent cookies from sticking.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, using a hand or stand mixer, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of white sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg, molasses, and water to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until a dough forms.

Step 6

Scoop out approximately 1.5 tablespoons of dough (or use a small cookie scoop) and roll it into a ball.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball in the additional 0.25 cup of white sugar until evenly coated.

Step 8

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the tops of the cookies begin to crack but the centers still look soft.

Step 10

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(811.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3381.0

Total Fat 154.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 607.0mg	0%
Sodium 3136.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 471.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 260.8g
Protein 36.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 296.6mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1602.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 55.0%