Welcome to our delicious recipe for Alton Brown Ginger Snaps! This classic holiday treat is a simple and delicious way to add a little bit of extra cheer to your holiday get-togethers. Featuring just a few simple ingredients, plus the addition of ginger and cinnamon, these cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So let's get started with the recipe!
Alton Brown Ginger Snaps
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Extra sugar, for rolling
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Cream the butter and sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg, followed by the molasses.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and then roll them in extra sugar.
7. Place the cookie balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10 minutes.
8. Allow the cookies to cool before serving.
