Healthy Ginger Snaps Recipe

Summary

Preparation Time10 MinCooking Time20 Min
Ready In30 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexHealthyServings6
CuisineCourse
MethodDish
VegetarianMain Ingredient
Interest Group

Ingredients

 Flour2 Cup (32 tbs)
 Ground ginger1 Tablespoon
 Baking soda2 Teaspoon
 Cinnamon1 Teaspoon
 Salt1⁄2 Teaspoon
 Shortening3⁄4 Cup (12 tbs)
 Sugar1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Egg1
 Molasses1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 571 Calories from Fat 239

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 27 g41.6%

Saturated Fat 6.8 g33.9%

Trans Fat 3.4 g

Cholesterol 35.2 mg11.7%

Sodium 637.1 mg26.5%

Total Carbohydrates 78 g26%

Dietary Fiber 1.9 g7.5%

Sugars 41.4 g

Protein 6 g11.2%

Vitamin A 0.9% Vitamin C 0.34%

Calcium 5.1% Iron 17.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Measure flour, ginger, soda, cinnamon, and salt; put aside.
Cream shortening until soft.
Gradually add sugar, creaming until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and molasses.
Add dry ingredients over creamed mixture; blend well.
Form teaspoonsful of dough into small balls by rolling them lightly between palms of hands.
Roll dough balls in granulated sugar to cover entire surface.
Place 2 inches apart on ungrcased cookie sheet.
Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes until lops are crackly and cookies are brown.
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