Grandma's Gingersnaps

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 100 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup molasses
• 1.5 cups white sugar, divided
• 0.75 cup margarine

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 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.

Step 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.

Step 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.