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Gluten-Free Ginger Snaps

Crispy Gluten-Free Ginger Snaps for Cozy Holiday Snacking

Delicious gluten-free ginger snaps that are perfect for holiday snacking with the warm spices of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Use a blend that includes xanthan gum for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for leavening.
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger Adjust according to your spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Cloves Contributes spice depth; can be reduced.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances sweetness.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cookies.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Adds moisture and caramel flavor.
For Moisture and Richness
  • 1/2 cup Dairy-Free Butter Recommended brands include Country Crock Plant-Based or Earth Balance.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Adds depth and moisture.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gluten-Free Ginger Snaps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, and sea salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a stand mixer, blend together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and dairy-free butter until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the egg and molasses to the mixture and mix until fully combined.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture and mix on low speed until just incorporated.
  6. Portion out the dough and roll each piece into a ball, then roll in granulated sugar.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes or until the edges are set and lightly browned.
  8. Let them rest on the cookie sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For consistency, use a medium cookie scoop for even sized cookies. Allow cookies to cool completely to maintain crispiness.

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