Description
Delight in the warm, spicy flavors of these Apple Cider Gingersnap Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of ginger, cinnamon, and molasses enriched with apple cider for a moist, tender bite. These cookies offer a cozy twist on classic gingersnaps, perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting treat any time of year.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 1 tbsp molasses
Coating
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined to evenly distribute the spices and leavening agents.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter with the packed brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender texture.
- Add Egg, Apple Cider, and Molasses: Beat the egg into the butter-sugar mixture until fully incorporated. Then add the apple cider and molasses, mixing well to combine the wet ingredients thoroughly.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until fully incorporated to avoid overworking the dough, which can toughen the cookies.
- Shape and Sugar Coating: Scoop the dough into balls, then roll each ball in granulated sugar to give the cookies a delightful crackly sugar crust. Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheets spaced slightly apart.
- Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm but the centers remain soft, indicating a chewy interior. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool slightly on the sheets before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter and egg to help the ingredients combine smoothly.
- Ensure not to overbake; the cookies will firm up as they cool, preserving a soft center.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Optional: Add a pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg for extra warm spice notes.
- Rolling the dough balls in granulated sugar before baking adds a pleasant texture and subtle sweetness to the cookie exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
