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Ginger Snaps




Source of Recipe


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Recipe Introduction


The fresh ginger in these cookies really give it a snap!

Makes 4 dozen.


List of Ingredients




1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup molasses (honey may be substituted)
1 large egg
2 1/4 cups flour
3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
4 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe



Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Mix sugar and butter until creamy and light; add molasses and egg, and eat until combined. Decrease speed and add flour, fresh ginger, ginger, baking soda, and salt; beat until just combined, don't over mix. Roll into 1 inch balls and place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 13 minutes. Cookie will flatten and be evenly browned. Cool completely before removing from cookie sheet.