Easy Gluten Free Gingersnaps: A Simple Recipe for Deliciously Spicy Treats
A simple recipe for deliciously spicy treats that are gluten-free.
- Author: Christiana
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, ginger, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and butter until smooth.
- Add the egg and molasses to the sugar mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly and sprinkle with additional sugar if desired.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are firm.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- These cookies can be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Easy Gluten Free Gingersnaps