Best 6 Ginger Sugar Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Ginger Sugar Cookies! These delectable treats are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy, with a hint of tang that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each bite is an explosion of ginger's warmth, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of sugar and the subtle tang of lemon. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our Ginger Sugar Cookies are sure to impress. With three variations to choose from, there's a perfect cookie for everyone. From the classic Ginger Sugar Cookies to the decadent Ginger Sugar Cookies with Lemon Glaze and the chewy Ginger Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless treat. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will fill your home with the irresistible aroma of ginger and sugar.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SOFT GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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These cookies really do stay soft! They are rolled in sugar and the tops crack while baking. I often double the recipe because they go so fast. I think this recipe came from Canadian Living magazine.

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Set aside.
  • Beat butter 30 seconds, until soft.
  • Add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  • Add egg and molasses and beat well.
  • Add 1/2 the flour mixture and stir in, then stir in the rest of the flour mixture.
  • The dough should be at a consistency that you can roll it with your hands into balls. I often have to add quite a bit more flour.
  • Roll into 1 inch balls, then roll the balls in sugar.
  • Place cookes 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet and bake at 350 degrees for 8-11 minutes. Do not brown! The cookies should be almost underbaked in the middle.
  • Let, cool 2 minutes and transfer to a cooling rack. Store in cookie tins.

GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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Ginger-laced, heart-shaped sugar cookies offer a sweetly spicy crunch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 24 heart-shaped cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
2 ounces (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
6 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons light-brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated ginger
1 large egg yolk
Sanding sugar, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking soda, and salt into a medium bowl. Cream butter and sugars with a mixer until pale and fluffy. Beat in ginger, then yolk.
  • Reduce speed to low, and add flour mixture gradually, beating until just combined. Wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour (or up to 2 days).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Turn out dough onto lightly floured parchment. Roll out until 1/4 inch thick, and cut out cookies using a 1 3/4-inch heart-shaped cutter. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheets. Brush each cookie with a damp pastry brush, then sprinkle with sanding sugar. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Bake until cookies are set and light gold around edges, 10 to 12 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks for 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to racks, and let cool. Cookies will keep, covered, for up to 3 days.

LEMON GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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Categories     Citrus     Ginger     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield makes about 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup of sugar
1 large egg
1 1/3 cup AP flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/4 cup diced cyrstallized ginger
1/4 cup of florida cyrstals for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 Line two baking sheets with parchment. In bowl cream butter. Add sugar and beat on medium high until light and fluffy. About 5 minutes. Scrape down bowl. Add egg and lemon zest and extract. In medium bowl whisk together flour, gingers, baking soda, and salt.Mix until combined. Using teaspoon scoop or 2 teaspoons , drop cookie batter on baking sheets, 2" apart. Sprinkle with Florida cyrstals and bake 10- 12 minutes.

CINNAMON GINGER SPICE COOKIES - LOW SUGAR/DIABETIC FRIENDLY RECIPE



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Another recipe from the Splenda website. I found that the cookies with Splenda tend to be kinda dry and crumbly. These have a great flavor though. Just keep a close eye on them and don't overcook! NUTRITION FACTS Servings Per Recipe: 30 Amount Per Serving Total Carbs: 8g

Provided by Traci Coleman

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 Tbsp shortening
6 Tbsp butter
1 c splenda (granulated)
1 egg
1/4 c molasses
2 c sifted flour
3/4 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together shortening, butter, Splenda, egg and molasses in large mixing bowl.
  • 2. Sift dry ingredients together and add to shortening mixture. Mix thoroughly.
  • 3. Wrap dough in saran wrap and chill in fridge for about 2 hours.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • 5. Form dough into 30 balls, approximately 1 level tablespoon each. Place balls on ungreased cookie sheet and pat down gently with fork making a criss cross pattern.
  • 6. Bake in the center of oven for 8-10 minutes. Do not overbake. Cool on wire cooling rack.

GINGER COOKIES (NO GLUTEN, NO SUGAR)



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This is my adaptation of a recipe on www.positivehealth.com. This version doesn't use any grains. I mix these right in the saucepan that I start with. It's a nice little cookie and my family loves them, so much that I usually double the recipe.

Provided by Aimee88

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 15-20 cookies, 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

55 g butter
2 tablespoons molasses
2 tablespoons honey
115 g arrowroot
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2-1 teaspoon mixed spice
1 teaspoon ginger

Steps:

  • Melt the butter, honey and molasses in a medium saucepan.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the remaining ingredients.
  • Allow to stand. If after 5-10 minutes it's not a bit of a firm dough, you might add a bit more arrowroot.
  • Roll into small balls and bake for 10-15 minutes at 170°C/350°F.

GINGER-BROWN SUGAR COOKIES



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Remember old-fashioned chewy ginger cookies? These get an extra spicy hit from crystallized ginger.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
2 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger
2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat brown sugar, butter, vanilla and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon. Stir in flour, baking soda and gingers.
  • Shape dough by rounded teaspoonfuls into 1-inch balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten to 1/2-inch thickness with greased bottom of glass dipped in granulated sugar.
  • Bake cookies 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are set. Remove from cookie sheet to wire rack; cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 55 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger provides a more intense and flavorful taste compared to ground ginger. Peel and finely grate the ginger to incorporate it into the cookie dough.
  • Chill the dough: Chilling the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes helps firm it up, making it easier to handle and less likely to spread during baking.
  • Roll the dough evenly: Use a rolling pin to roll out the dough to an even thickness to ensure uniform baking.
  • Cut the cookies evenly: Use cookie cutters in various shapes to cut out the cookies. Make sure the cookies are cut evenly so they bake evenly.
  • Bake the cookies at the right temperature: Bake the cookies at the specified temperature in the recipe to achieve the desired texture and don't overbake them.
  • Let the cookies cool completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing or serving. This helps them to set and retain their shape.

Conclusion:

These ginger sugar cookies are a delightful treat that combines the warmth of ginger with the sweetness of sugar. By following the tips and instructions provided in this recipe, you can create delicious and visually appealing cookies that are perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Experiment with different shapes and decorations to make these cookies your own unique creation. Enjoy the deliciousness of ginger sugar cookies with your loved ones and create lasting memories.

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