Ginger snaps always deliver a decent warmth due to the…you guessed it…ginger, along with cinnamon, and cloves. But why not turn that warmth into actual sizzle? Spicy ginger snap cookies do just that.
A little cayenne pepper powder packs a little pop to that snap. It’s not overwhelming – our spicy ginger snap cookies are definitely still a family-friendly snack. Think of this recipe as a delicious mix of exotic flavors with a hint of fire. It’s the perfect compliment to a glass of milk or a cup of eggnog. This is one recipe that you’ll turn to again and again when looking for that perfect unique offering during holiday season or family gatherings.
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Spicy Ginger Snap Cookies
Warm ginger and fiery cayenne deliver one delicious bite
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup egg whites
- 1 stick unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ground ginger, cayenne pepper, ground cloves, and salt.
- Chop the stick of unsalted butter into 8 pieces and place in a separate mixing bowl. Using a hand mixer, blend the butter until smooth, then add the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Mix to combine.
- Add the molasses to the butter mix, and mix to combine.
- Pour 1/2 of the egg whites into the butter mix, then stir to combine. Pour the second half of the egg whites in and stir to combine again.
- Slowly pour the flour mix into the butter mix, stirring throughout until the dough is fully combined.
- Pour some extra granulated sugar into a plate.
- Using a tablespoons worth of dough, roll the dough into a ball (should be about 3/4 inch wide), then roll the ball in the sugar to coat the dough.
- Place the ball on the parchment-lined baking sheet, then repeat the process until there is no more dough.
- Bake the ginger snaps for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned. Remove from the oven and transfer the cookies to a cooling rack. Cool for 5 minutes and serve.
Nutrition
Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 54gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 253mgPotassium: 198mgFiber: 1gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 270IUCalcium: 42mgIron: 1.8mg
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