Ingredients and Weight:
- Flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Butter: 1 cup (225 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Egg: 1 large (50 grams)
- Ginger: 3 tablespoons (15 grams) fresh grated or 1 teaspoon dried ginger powder
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or candied ginger: optional, for topping
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 30 minutes
- Cooking time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- Add the grated ginger or dried ginger powder and mix.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- If desired, add chocolate chips or candied ginger.
- Drop cookie dough by spoonful onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on provided ingredients)
- Calories: Approximately 250 per cookie (depending on additional toppings)
- Fat: 14 grams
- Carbohydrates: 33 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Large sized cookies with a soft and chewy texture.
- Strong ginger flavor with a hint of sweetness.
- Ideal for those who enjoy spicy cookies with a rich flavor profile.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The ginger flavor is perfect and the cookies are so soft and delicious."
- "I love the combination of ginger and chocolate in these cookies. They are a great treat."
- "These cookies are perfect for a winter treat. The ginger gives them a warm and spicy flavor."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh ginger if possible for the best flavor. If using dried ginger powder, adjust the quantity according to taste preference.
- The cookies may spread during baking, so leave some space between each cookie on the baking sheet.
- For best results, use room temperature ingredients, especially the butter and egg.
