Bake Irresistible Spicy Irish Ginger Snaps at Home
Delight in these Spicy Irish Ginger Snaps, perfect for any gathering with their rich flavors and festive appeal.
Equipment
- Oven
- mixing bowls
- Electric Mixer
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 300 g all-purpose flour essential for the backbone of these delightful cookies.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the ginger snaps rise to a perfect chewy texture.
- ½ teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors in your Spicy Irish Ginger Snaps.
- 2 teaspoon ground ginger provides that signature spiciness we're after.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon adds warmth and a comforting aroma.
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves introduces a hint of sweet clove, taking the flavor to another level.
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg offers a nuanced spiciness that complements the other spices.
- 100 g unsalted butter, softened ensures a rich, tender cookie texture.
- 150 g brown sugar deepens sweetness with its molasses notes.
- 60 ml molasses contributes to the chewy texture and rich color.
- 1 piece egg helps bind the cookie dough together perfectly.
- 15 ml Irish whiskey adds a unique dimension of flavor that makes these cookies unforgettable.
- 2 tablespoon granulated sugar for rolling the dough balls, creating a delightful sugary crust.
Instructions
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients until fully combined.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the molasses, egg, and Irish whiskey until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, forming a thick dough.
- Roll tablespoonfuls of the cookie dough into balls and toss in granulated sugar until coated.
- Arrange the sugar-coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, flattening them slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until tops are crackled and set, then cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes.
Notes
Use fresh spices for maximum flavor; allow cookies to cool for at least 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Adjust sweetness by increasing brown sugar if desired. Chilling the dough before baking enhances flavor and prevents spreading.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg
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