One of the greatest things about having a mother-in-law who is a veteran preschool teacher is that she has an encyclopedic knowledge of children’s books. She has always been able to effortlessly suggest to us amazing titles that contain wonderful morals and lessons, but are first and foremost a ton of fun to read.
One of the first books we got for Kenya based on her recommendation was “If You Give a Mouse A Cookie” and it’s still a favorite of both my kids. Even though it appears to be a chocolate chip cookie that the mouse is eating in the book, we like to talk about what other cookies that we think the mouse might enjoy, going back and forth with our favorites. Raisin Oatmeal Cookies, Graham Crackers, Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies, Gingersnaps….wait, Gingersnaps? The kids had no idea what I was talking about. How could that be? Had I really never exposed them to the crispy, delicious taste of a gingersnap?! Armed with a big bag of whole wheat flour and iron packed molasses, I set out to right that horrible wrong.
These cookies are so much fun to make with the kids, but make sure to close your cookie jar lid because even a little mouse will want to get it’s paws on these!
Gingersnap Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 Cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 Tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 Tsp baking soda
- 1/2 Tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 Cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 Cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 Tsp fresh ginger, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Place the first four ingredients in a bowl and combine.
- Place the butter and sugar in a standing mixer or bowl and beat on low until fluffy.
- Add the egg, molasses and ginger and beat on medium speed for 1 minute.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until combined.
- Using a cookie scooper, drop 1 tbsp of cookie batter onto a Silpat or parchment lined baking sheet 2 inches apart from each other and bake for 12 minutes for soft cookies or 15 minutes for crispy cookies.
- Cool and serve.
OOPS just saw yeni’s post. I will try it! thanks =)
I’m making some for an after school snack, is it okay to leave out the fresh ginger. I don’t have any on hand =(
I just tried one…they have a bitter aftertaste…are you sure there’s not supposed to be more flour??? Like I said, I don’t recommend this recipe.
I just made these…and I wonder if the ingredients are written correctly?? The batter was really loose, and had I used 1 tbsp per cookie I probably would have only gotten 12 cookies. I can’t really comment on the final product since I live at 5000 feet, butthey did come out flat as a crepe. Not recommended, especially at high altitudes.
I’m thinking 1/2 tsp of ground ginger would be a good sub for the fresh…just double-checking. Would it make a big difference in the flavor of the final cookie? (Never made these before either)
here’s a challenge… Can you make these amazing but without the gluten..?
oh snap! gingersnaps are probably my favorite cookie. i might have to make these. and add chocolate chips 🙂
i don’t think we got a chance to meet last night at leslie’s party but i’m glad to have found your blog!
Gingersnap cookies are one of my favorites!
I just might make these today.
Thanks for the great recipe.
Can i skip the fresh ginger or substitute it with ground ginger?
I live in Mexico and we don’t get molasses. What can I use instead? Is ground ginger just fresh ginger ground up or is it powdery in a spice jar?
yogurt makes a good egg sub. if you can’t do dairy either you can use 2-3 T ground flax soaked in 1/4 c water about 2 mins then pour in the recipe water and all.
Have you checked the organic section of your store? There’s a wonderful egg replacer of the brand name E-nerg. My brother is severly allergic to egg and I’ve been using this for years…no one can seem to tell the difference! Otherwise, apple sauce is always a great sub, but can add to the wetness of the batter.
What do you recomend for substituting the egg? My kid is allergic to egg and I can’t seem to find any egg(replacer). Do you think applesauce may be a good replacement for that one egg.?
I swear you can make anything! These look just like the Triple Ginger Snaps from TJs!!! Can.Not.Wait.
You just brought me back to my childhood. I love ginger snap cookies!
My son LOVES that book, as well as all the other if you… books. I think we’ll make these today, give us something to do on this rainy day! Thank you!