Hum Muds Ginger Cookies from Girard College

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Hum Muds Ginger Cookies from Girard College, a timeless recipe bursting with warm spices and rich molasses flavor. These soft and chewy cookies are elevated with a perfect blend of ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a cozy, aromatic treat. Rolled in coarse sugar for a delightful crunch, each bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and spice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for holiday baking or any time you crave a classic comfort dessert. Served fresh from the oven with a cup of tea or hot chocolate, these ginger cookies are guaranteed to be a family favorite. Don't forget to store leftovers in an airtight container (if there are any left)—they stay wonderfully soft and flavorful all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 2 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Dark brown sugar
• 0.5 cups Molasses
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Coarse sugar (for rolling)

Directions

Step 1

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

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, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the molasses, egg, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed, until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls with your hands.

Step 7

Roll each dough ball in the coarse sugar, coating it evenly.

Step 8

Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes. The cookies should be puffed and slightly cracked on top but still soft in the center.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Serve and enjoy these warm, spiced ginger cookies with a cup of tea or hot chocolate. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(793.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2960.6

Total Fat 82.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 382mg	0%
Sodium 3319.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 530.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 295.2g
Protein 37.8g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 545.1mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 2941.3mg	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: 24.6%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 70.4%