Ginger Cream Cookies

Ginger Cream Cookies
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  • COOK TIME
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  • TOTAL TIME
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  • SERVING
    24 People
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Delicate, spice-kissed cookies with a tender crumb that deepens in flavor with time – a perfect treat to make ahead and savor. These cookies have a complex flavor profile that is sure to be a hit.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    8 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    1 g
  • Saturated Fat
    1 g
  • Sodium
    186 mg
  • Sugar
    8 g
  • Fat
    3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, sugar, egg, molasses, and water until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the self-rising flour, salt, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and cinnamon to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 hrs Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to firm up. (60 minutes)

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Recipe View 15 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). (15 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

For a softer cookie, bake for the shorter time. For a crispier edge, bake for the longer time.
Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. The flavor improves after a day or two.
A touch of lemon or orange zest can brighten the spice notes.
If you don't have self-rising flour, you can make your own by combining 2 cups all-purpose flour with 3 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 13 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Johnathan Schiller

    These cookies are amazing! The perfect balance of spice and sweetness.

  • Brionna Hackett

    My family has been making these for generations. They're a classic!

  • Gillian Aufderhar

    Chilling the dough is key! It really helps the flavors develop.

  • Therese Gerlach

    I made these for a holiday party, and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved the soft texture.

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