Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (250 grams) softened butter
- 1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups (280 grams) gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped fresh or canned crystallized ginger
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger.
- Drop cookie dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased cookie sheet, leaving enough space for the cookies to spread.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 150 calories, depending on the size of the cookie.
- Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- These gluten-free cookies have a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy interior, with a strong ginger flavor.
- The cookies are perfect for those with a gluten sensitivity or allergy, yet still satisfy the taste of traditional gingersnap cookies.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are amazing! I can't believe they're gluten-free. They taste just like the real ones!" - John Doe
- "I love the strong ginger flavor in these cookies. They're perfect for a cold winter day." - Jane Smith
- "These cookies are so easy to make and they look so pretty too! I will definitely make them again." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use a gluten-free all-purpose flour to ensure these cookies are truly gluten-free.
- If you want to add more ginger flavor, feel free to increase the amount of ground ginger in the recipe.
- For best results, use fresh or high-quality canned crystallized ginger. This will ensure the strongest ginger flavor in your cookies.
