Gingersnaps with fresh ginger

By devogirl

Bake these tempting treats the night before your outing. They transport well, and ginger is good for digestion.

Per serving, 2 cookies:
calories 62, fat 2g, protein 1g, carb 10g

Ingredients

• 3 Tbsp butter, softened
• 1/3 cup molasses
• 1 Tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 Tbsp finely chopped crystalized ginger
• 1 cup + 2 Tbsp AP flour
• 1/8 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp water

Details

Servings 36

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray or non stick sheet.

2. Place butter, molasses and gingers in a mixing bowl and beat until well blended. Reduce mixer speed to low and add remaining ingredients, blending until a soft dough forms.

3. Roll dough in to 1/2 inch balls and place 1 1/2 inches apart on baking sheet. Flatten with a floured bottom of a glass. Bake 8-9 mins. Remove to a rack to cool. Store in a paper bag or plastic dish with a lid.