Edna's Ginger Cookies

Soft, chewy, and irresistibly spiced, Edna’s Ginger Cookies are the ultimate treat for any cookie lover. This classic recipe combines the warm, aromatic flavors of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves with the rich sweetness of molasses, creating a perfectly balanced cookie that’s crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Rolled in coarse sugar for a delightful sparkle and subtle crunch, these cookies make for a stunning addition to holiday cookie trays or a comforting everyday snack. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple, foolproof method, this batch of 36 flavorful cookies is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family. Don’t forget to enjoy them with a cozy cup of tea or coffee! Keywords: ginger cookies recipe, chewy ginger cookies, easy cookie recipe, holiday baking, molasses ginger cookies.

Nutriscore Rating: 29/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg and molasses to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated and smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Scoop approximately 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Roll the dough ball in the coarse sugar to coat.

Step 7

Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers still appear slightly soft. Do not overbake to ensure chewy cookies.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve and enjoy your homemade Edna's Ginger Cookies! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(913.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3784.2

Total Fat 152.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 573.5mg	0%
Sodium 3240.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 590.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 379.1g
Protein 35.7g	0%

Vitamin D 40IU	0%
Calcium 299.2mg	0%
Iron 17.9mg	0%
Potassium 1594.7mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 3.7%

Carbs: 61.0%