Healthier Gingersnap Delights
Surprise your little ones with these delightful gingersnap cookies that taste indulgent but are secretly packed with wholesome ingredients. Using raw sugar and nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, these cookies offer a flavorful twist on a classic favorite. The warming spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg come together to create a comforting aroma that fills your kitchen. Perfect for snack time or as a guilt-free dessert, they’re crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Bake a batch and watch them disappear before your eyes—your kids will be asking for more without ever knowing they’re eating something that's actually good for them!
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Servings
50
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
raw sugar
1 cup (none)
butter
3/4 cup (softened)
egg
1 (none)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (none)
molasses
4 tablespoons (none)
ginger
1 teaspoon (ground)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
whole wheat flour
3 cups (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cookie sheets by greasing them lightly.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the raw sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
3
Add the egg and molasses to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well to combine.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and whole wheat flour.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms. If the dough is too soft, chill it in the freezer for a short time until firm.
6
Once the dough is ready, roll it into 1-inch balls and generously roll each ball in raw sugar.
7
Place the dough balls on the prepared cookie sheets, leaving space between each cookie for spreading.
8
Bake in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft. Remove from the oven and let cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition Information
2.5g
Fat
7.5g
Carbs
0.75g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Healthier Gingersnap Delights?
They are delightful gingersnap cookies that taste indulgent but are made with wholesome ingredients like raw sugar and whole wheat flour.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How should I prepare the cookie sheets?
The cookie sheets should be prepared by greasing them lightly.
What is the first step in the mixing process?
Cream together the raw sugar and softened butter in a large mixing bowl until the mixture is light and fluffy.
When do I add the egg and molasses?
Add the egg and molasses to the butter and sugar mixture after they have been creamed together, mixing well to combine.
Which dry ingredients are whisked together?
Whisk together the salt, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and whole wheat flour in a separate bowl.
What should I do if the cookie dough is too soft?
If the dough is too soft to handle, chill it in the freezer for a short time until it becomes firm.
How do I shape the cookies?
Once the dough is ready, roll it into 1-inch balls.
Do the cookies need a sugar coating?
Yes, generously roll each 1-inch dough ball in raw sugar before placing them on the cookie sheets.
How much space should I leave between the dough balls?
Leave enough space between each cookie on the prepared sheets to allow for spreading during baking.
What is the baking time for these gingersnaps?
Bake the cookies for 7 to 8 minutes.
How do I know when the cookies are finished baking?
The cookies are done when the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
What is the cooling process for the cookies?
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 50 calories.
What is the fat content of these cookies?
Each serving has 2.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each cookie?
There are 7.5 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each cookie provides 0.75 grams of protein.
How much whole wheat flour is required?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of whole wheat flour.
How much molasses is used in the recipe?
You will need 4 tablespoons of molasses.
What amount of ginger is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of ground ginger.
How much cinnamon is included?
Use 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for this recipe.
What amount of nutmeg is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
How much raw sugar is needed for the dough?
The dough requires 1 cup of raw sugar, plus extra for rolling.
How much butter is used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of softened butter.
How many eggs are in the recipe?
This recipe requires 1 egg.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
Are these cookies suitable for kids?
Yes, they are described as a kid-friendly treat that tastes indulgent while being healthier.
What is the final texture of the cookies?
These gingersnaps are crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside.
What gives these cookies their aroma?
The warming spices of ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg create a comforting aroma.
Can these be served as a guilt-free dessert?
Yes, they are perfect as a snack or a guilt-free dessert due to their wholesome ingredients.