Best 7 Glazed Gingersnaps Recipes

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**Glazed Gingersnaps: A Timeless Classic Cookie with a Modern Twist**

A delightful harmony of sweet and spicy notes, glazed gingersnaps have been a beloved cookie for centuries. Originating from Europe, these crispy yet chewy treats are characterized by their molasses-rich flavor, aromatic blend of spices, and a glossy glaze that adds a touch of elegance. This article presents two delectable glazed gingersnap recipes that cater to different preferences and skill levels. The first recipe yields classic gingersnaps with a traditional glaze, while the second offers a fun and creative twist with a tangy lemon-lime glaze. Both recipes promise a delightful baking experience, resulting in irresistibly delicious glazed gingersnaps that will transport you to a world of warm nostalgia and sweet indulgence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

INCREDIBLY CRISP GINGERSNAPS



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In 1998, I was invited by Pat Adrian, director of the Good Cook division of the Book of the Month Club, to judge the group's annual office baking contest. There were luscious cakes, pies and cookies of all types, but these gingersnaps were the hands-down winners. Julie Ellis-Clayton, the winner of the contest, was kind enough to share her recipe with me.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 55m

Yield about 40 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
12 tablespoons (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup molasses
1/2 cup sugar in a shallow bowl, for finishing

Steps:

  • Set racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees. Combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices in a bowl; stir well to mix. In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, beat together on medium speed the butter and sugar for about 5 minutes until very light, fluffy and whitened. Add the egg and continue beating until smooth. Lower speed and beat in half the dry ingredients, then the molasses. Stop the mixer and scrape down bowl and beater. Beat in the remaining dry ingredients. Remove bowl from mixer and use a large rubber spatula to finish mixing the dough. Use a small ice cream scoop to scoop out 1-inch diameter pieces of dough. Roll into balls between the palms of your the hands, then roll in the sugar. Place the balls of dough on the prepared pans leaving about 3 inches all around each, to allow for spreading. Bake the cookies for about 15 to 20 minutes, or until they have spread, the surface has crackled, and they are firm to the touch. Slide the papers from the pans to racks. Store the cooled cookies between sheets of parchment or waxed paper in a tin or platic container witha tight-fitting cover.

ORANGE GLAZED GINGERSNAPS



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I'm taking traditional gingersnaps up a notch with my Orange Glazed Gingersnaps recipe! These cookies have a bright, citrusy flavor, and they're perfect for your cookie trays!

Provided by Jacqueline

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Gingersnaps
8 tablespoons butter (softened)
¾ cup sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ cup molasses
1 tablespoon baking soda
2 1/2 teaspoons ginger
1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon
½ teaspoon cloves
4 cups flour
1 cup sugar
Zest of one orange
1 ½ cups powdered sugar
1 scant tablespoon orange juice

Steps:

  • 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Pour in the vanilla and molasses and stir until combined.
  • 2. Sprinkle the baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and cloves over the top of the wet ingredients. Stir in.
  • 3. Add in the flour and mix until combined.
  • 4. Divide the dough into three portions and place each on an 18" long piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Roll the dough into logs that are approximately 1 ½" in diameter. Refrigerate until firm.
  • 5. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line 3 baking sheets with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
  • 6. Add the sugar and zest to a shallow bowl. Use your fingers to combine the two until the sugar turns orange.
  • 7. Cut the dough into 1/4" slices. Roll each slice in the orange sugar, then place 1" apart on prepared cookie sheets.
  • 8. Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes in center of oven. If baking multiple sheets at a time, rotate halfway through. Remove to wire rack to cool.
  • 9. Stir together the glaze ingredients and drizzle over cookies when cool.

GLAZED GINGER BARS



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I can't think of the holidays without these luscious bars. The scent and flavor of ginger are just right for the season, and the light glaze adds the perfect amount of sweetness. -Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 32 bars.

Number Of Ingredients 17

2/3 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1 large egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup raisins
ORANGE GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
5 teaspoons orange juice
4 teaspoons butter, melted
3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine flour, ginger, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in raisins. , Spread into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. , Combine glaze ingredients until smooth; spread over warm bars. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GINGER GLAZE



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Brushing this over grilled ribs produces a spicy sweet glaze. It can also be brushed over roast pork or baked ham for equally nice results. Store in the refrigerator for up to three days. Rewarm it over low heat before using.

Provided by GREG IN SAN DIEGO

Categories     Low Protein

Time 15m

Yield 1 cup, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon instant coffee
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Beat together all ingredients.
  • Simmer over low heat for 5 or 10 minutes.
  • While glaze is still warm, brush it over meat only during the last 15 minutes of cooking, to prevent the sugar in the glaze from burning.

GINGER GLAZED MAHI MAHI



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This Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi is bursting with flavor and combines both sweet and sour taste sensations. The 30 minute prep time includes 20 minutes to marinate. This recipe is a snap and so delicious. You'll love it!

Provided by DECODIANA

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 37m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger root
1 clove garlic, crushed or to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil
4 (6 ounce) mahi mahi fillets
salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Steps:

  • In a shallow glass dish, stir together the honey, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, ginger, garlic and olive oil. Season fish fillets with salt and pepper, and place them into the dish. If the fillets have skin on them, place them skin side down. Cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes to marinate.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove fish from the dish, and reserve marinade. Fry fish for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, turning only once, until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove fillets to a serving platter and keep warm.
  • Pour reserved marinade into the skillet, and heat over medium heat until the mixture reduces to a glaze consistently. Spoon glaze over fish, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 124.1 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 829.8 mg, Sugar 14.8 g

OLD-FASHIONED GINGERSNAPS



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I discovered this recipe many years ago, and it's been a favorite among our family and friends since. Who doesn't like cookies during the holidays? -Francis Stoops, Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup molasses
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Chill. , Roll into 1-1/4-in. balls and dip into sugar. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for about 10 minutes or until set and surface cracks. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 8g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 211mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

SOFT GINGERSNAPS



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These are the best soft gingersnaps. I always get requests for this recipe.

Provided by DEATRICH81

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Gingersnap Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup brown sugar
¾ cup shortening
¼ cup molasses
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Beat 1 cup flour, brown sugar, shortening, molasses, egg, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in a large bowl until thoroughly combined; stir in remaining 1 1/4 cup flour. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in white sugar; place 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cookies are set and tops are crackled, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 5.2 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 39.7 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

Tips:

  • Use quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cookies will be. Use real butter, molasses, and spices.
  • Chill the dough: Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.
  • Roll the dough evenly: Roll the dough to an even thickness so that the cookies bake evenly.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly. Bake them until they are just set around the edges and still soft in the center.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before glazing: This will help the glaze set properly.
  • Use a variety of toppings: You can use different types of sprinkles, nuts, or candies to decorate the cookies.

Conclusion:

Glazed gingersnaps are a classic holiday cookie that is easy to make and always a hit. With their chewy texture, spicy flavor, and sweet glaze, these cookies are sure to be a favorite of everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a delicious and festive cookie to bake, give these glazed gingersnaps a try.

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