Ginger Cookie Recipes
This simple online resource shares three timeless variations of ginger cookies, perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon snacks, or
gifting. The page offers straightforward, no-fuss instructions that harken back
to classic American baking traditions.
The first recipe, Ginger Crinkles, promises chewy, sugar-coated delights.
After mixing and chilling the dough for an hour, you roll it into one-inch balls, dip them in granulated sugar, and bake at 350°F
for 8-10 minutes. The result? Four dozen crinkly-topped cookies with a satisfying snap and aromatic kick.
The Ginger Creams version is
dropped by teaspoon onto a baking sheet and optionally topped with jelly or sugar, they bake for 10-15 minutes at the same temperature.
These cookies lean toward a softer, more tender texture, making them ideal for those who prefer a less crunchy bite.
The Soft Ginger Cookie, lives up to its name with a pillowy consistency. After chilling overnight, form small balls, press them
slightly, add a jelly center if desired, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Yielding another four dozen, these are reminiscent of old-fashioned molasses cookies but with a gentle ginger warmth.
These ginger-infused treats are sure to fill your kitchen with irresistible scents.
Ginger Crinkles Recipe
Ingredients required1 cup sugar
2/3 cups vegetable oil
1 egg
1/4 cup of molasses
2 cups sifted flour
1 1/4 teaspoon soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Ginger
Preheat oven 350 degrees
Instructions for Ginger Crinkles Recipe
Add ingredients in given order and mix well. Chill for 1 hour. Roll into one-inch balls and dip in granulated sugar. Bake 8 to 10 minutes. Makes four dozen.
Ginger Creams Recipe
Ingredients required1/2 cup shortening 1 cup sugar 1 egg
1 cup of molasses
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon Ginger
2 teaspoons soda
4 cups of flour
Preheat oven 350 degrees
Instructions for Ginger Creams Recipe
Drop by teaspoon of baking sheet. Flattened and round out with spoon. Jelly maybe put in centers or may sprinkle with sugar. Bake 10 to 15 minutes.
Soft Ginger Cookie Recipe
Ingredients required1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1 cup of milk in which two teaspoons baking soda has been dissolved
4 1/2 cup sifted flour
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup molasses
Preheat oven 350 degrees
Instructions for Soft Ginger Cookie Recipe
Cream sugar and shortening. Add egg, molasses and milk. Add dry ingredients which have been sifted together. Chill overnight. Make small balls and press a little on greased cookie sheet. Make indentations and place small amount of jelly in center of the cookie. Sprinkle with sugar and bake 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from cookie sheet immediately. Makes 4 dozen.
