Simple Gingersnaps

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup margarine
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses

Instructions

  1. Cream margarine, gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy.
  2. Beat in egg and molasses.
  3. Add dry ingredients and blend well.
  4. Form into small balls and place on a cookie sheet covered with parchment paper.
  5. Flatten with the bottom of a glass.
  6. Bake at 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes or until tops are slightly rounded, crackly and lightly browned.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

666 kcal 33% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 8.2g 16% DV
Total Fat 29.8g 38% DV
Carbs 94.6g 34% DV
Fiber 5.6g 20% DV
Sugar 26g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 16858.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 951.5mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 65.8mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.3mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.4mg 10% DV
Calcium 199mg 15% DV
Iron 8.4mg 47% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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