Chewy Ginger Cookies (Grandma-Style)

Effective Date: Timeless
Kitchen: [Yours]
Owner: Your Family ❤️

These are the old-school, puffy, chewy ginger cookies — the kind grandma kept “secret” but we’re decoding now with a bit of AI help. Heavy on the ginger, deep with molasses, rolled in white sugar, and flattened gently with a fork before baking.

1. Ingredients

We’ll be using:

• 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp ground ginger (heaping — extra punch)
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional but nice)
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses (grandma would approve)
• 1 large egg
• 1/3 cup white sugar (for rolling)

2. Why It Works

Here’s why this recipe hits:

• Molasses + brown sugar keep them moist and chewy
• Extra ginger gives that warm, spicy kick
• Rolling in white sugar makes the edges crackle
• Baking soda + short bake time keep them puffy and soft

3. Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes).
4. Beat in egg and molasses until smooth.
5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.
6. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls, roll in white sugar, and place 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
7. Lightly press each ball with a fork — just enough to flatten the top slightly.
8. Bake 8–10 minutes until the edges are set but centers look slightly soft. Do not overbake.
9. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

4. Serving Notes

• Best eaten warm, but keep well in an airtight container for up to a week.
• For extra chew, underbake slightly and store with a slice of bread in the container.
• Pairs beautifully with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk — grandma-style.

5. Ethical Use

We don’t hoard cookie recipes in this kitchen. Share freely, bake often, and remember the people who made them for you.

Contact

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