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Soft Ginger Sugar Cookies

These soft ginger sugar snap cookies are everything you want in a cozy treat — warm spices, a little crunch from the sugar coating, and a soft center that melts in your mouth. Fresh ginger gives them a punch that makes them unforgettable.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rest Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses unsulfured
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp grated ginger
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar for rolling
Optional
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, beat together 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Mix in 1/4 cup molasses, 1 egg yolk, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking soda , 1/2 tsp ground ginger, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground cloves, and 1/4 tsp salt.
  4. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, making sure to mix them thoroughly.
  5. Once the dry ingredients are mixed in with the wet ingredients, allow the dough to chill for 30 minutes in the fridge, covered.
  6. Divide the dough into 6 - 8 balls and roll in granulated sugar. Place on baking sheet and cook at 350*F for 9-11 minutes, until edges are set and center is still soft.
  7. Once done baking, allow cookies to sit for about 5 minutes before serving! Enjoy!

Notes

  • No fresh ginger? No problem!
    You can absolutely substitute fresh ginger with extra ground ginger. I love adding fresh ginger because it boosts the flavor and adds just a little natural warmth (and even a touch of fiber!), but ground works perfectly too.
  • Cloves are optional.
    You don’t have to add cloves, but I recommend them if you want that warm, cozy holiday flavor. Just a small amount makes the cookies feel extra festive.
  • Don’t skip chilling the dough.
    Chilling is essential for soft, fluffy sugar snap cookies. It helps the dough firm up, prevents spreading, and gives you that perfect chewy texture.