Grandma's Gingersnaps
Description
A classic recipe for gingersnaps. These simple and quick cookies are easy to make and are a great last-minute treat that are a family-favorite.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups white sugar, divided
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3/4 cup margarine
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1 large egg
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1/4 cup molasses
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 tablespoon ground ginger
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Cream together 1 cup sugar and margarine until smooth. Beat in egg and molasses until well blended. Combine flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt; stir into molasses mixture to form a dough.
3
Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll the balls in remaining 1/2 cup sugar. Place cookies 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.