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Mom’s Ginger Crisps Cookies Recipe

Mom’s Ginger Crisps Cookies Recipe
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Mom’s Ginger Crisps Cookies are a classic holiday treat that will fill your kitchen with warm, comforting aromas. These crispy yet chewy cookies are spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a perfect balance of flavors.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients:

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
  • 1 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients:

  • 2/3 cup lard (or unsalted butter)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped English walnuts (optional)
  • extra sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Combine sugar and butter: In a mixing bowl, mix sugar and butter until well combined.
  2. Add the egg: Incorporate the egg into the mixture.
  3. Add the molasses: Stir in the molasses until combined.
  4. Prepare the dry mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and salt.
  5. Optional step: Stir walnuts into the dry mixture if desired.
  6. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Mix the wet and dry ingredients thoroughly.
  7. Chill the dough: Refrigerate the dough for at least 15-20 minutes.
  8. Form dough balls: Scoop dough with a teaspoon and roll into small balls.
  9. Coat with sugar: Roll the dough balls in sugar to coat.
  10. Bake: Place on a greased cookie sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
  11. Cool: Allow the cookies to firm up on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Bake less for chewy cookies, and bake longer for crispier ones.
  • The addition of walnuts provides a nutty crunch to the cookies.

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