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Best Chewy and Crispy Gingersnap Cookies with Crackled Tops

A plate of four dark, cracked gingersnap cookies heavily coated in sparkling white sugar crystals.
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Make homemade gingersnap cookies that balance a satisfyingly crisp exterior with a soft, chewy center. These spiced cookies feature rich molasses flavor and develop beautiful crackled sugar tops when rolled before baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar, plus 1/2 cup for rolling
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 3/4 cup of granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the egg until just combined, then mix in the molasses until fully incorporated.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Place the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar in a shallow dish.
  6. Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the sugar until fully coated.
  7. Place the sugared dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets lined with parchment paper.
  8. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes. The edges should look set, but the centers will still look slightly soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will firm up and develop their crackled tops as they cool.

Notes

  • For crispier edges, bake for the full 12 minutes. For a chewier center, remove them closer to 10 minutes.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling if your kitchen is warm; this helps prevent spreading.
  • These cookies are excellent for holiday cookie exchanges and gift giving.

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