Grandma's Ginger Snaps

Indulge in a timeless treat with Grandma's Ginger Snaps, a classic cookie recipe brimming with warm, spiced nostalgia. These irresistibly chewy cookies are flavored with the perfect balance of molasses, ground ginger, cinnamon, and a hint of cloves, creating a delightful depth of flavor in every bite. Rolled in a layer of sugar before baking, they develop a signature crackled top with a touch of sweetness for an extra-special finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, including prep and bake time, this foolproof recipe yields an impressive 36 cookies—ideal for holiday cookie swaps, teatime treats, or simply as a comforting snack. Whether you're a fan of traditional holiday spices or searching for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert, Grandma's Ginger Snaps are sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 36

Ingredients

• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups Molasses
• 1 Large egg
• 2.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the molasses and the egg to the butter-sugar mixture, and beat until fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until a dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in the extra granulated sugar to coat them completely.

Step 7

Place the sugar-coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges and have a slight crackle on top.

Step 9

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(700.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2675.5

Total Fat 79.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 3228.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 470.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 260.9g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 281.2mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1573.2mg	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: 26.2%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 68.7%