Fresh Ginger Cookies

Submitted by chiclet

"I found these yummy ginger cookies on Allrecipes a while back. They are a little different from others in that they have grated fresh ginger in them, rather than dried. This gives the flavor a little kick, especially when you encounter a slightly bigger chunk. If you like ginger, these are the cookies for you! Cook time includes time to chill the dough."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 15mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 20 cookies
• Serves: 20

ingredients

• 2 1⁄4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons grated gingerroot
• 1 cup sugar
• 12 tablespoons softened butter (1 1/2 sticks)
• 1⁄4 cup molasses
• 1 egg
• sugar (for rolling cookies in)

directions

1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat ginger, butter, and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy; beat in molasses and egg.
4. Gently fold in flour mixture until just combined and chill for 1 hour.
5. Roll dough into 1 1/2 inch balls then roll in sugar. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookies sheets.
6. Bake until edges start to brown (about 15 minutes). Centers will be slightly soft.
7. Let stand 1 minute then transfer to wire racks to cool.

Reviews

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This is a perfect cookie! It's buttery with a strong, fresh ginger flavor and soft yet crisp. It was easy too. I will be making these a lot.