Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks, softened)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (packed, 100 grams)
- Egg: 1 large
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/2 teaspoon
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Chocolate chips or chopped nuts: 1/2 cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and both sugars until smooth.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
- Stir in the chocolate chips or chopped nuts (if using).
- Drop by rounded tablespoon onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Approximately 250 per cookie (depending on ingredients used)
- Fat: 12 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Chewy texture with a crispy edge.
- Spicy and sweet flavor combination.
- Customizable with different spices and additions.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and spicy."
- "I love the chewy texture and the hint of spice in every bite."
- "Great recipe! Easy to follow and the cookies came out perfectly."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter for creaming with the sugars.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook and set after being removed from the oven.
- Adjust the spices according to your preference for a stronger or milder flavor.
