Ginger Cookies
May 1, 2026
Spiced ginger cookies with a crisp edge and a soft, aromatic center, inspired by Caribbean flavors.
- Prep 20min
- Cook 12min
- Total 32min
- Yield 24 cookies
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, molasses, and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and coat each in granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the baking sheets, spacing them about 5 cm apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a rack.
Notes
This recipe is inspired by a passage from Papeles de Pandora (selección) by Rosario Ferré. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.