9 Ginger


Spicy and bold, ginger is the


undisputed star of this recipe.


TRIPLE-GINGER


MOLASSES COOKIES Ginger and molasses come together to form the perfect chewy cookie.


PREP TIME 25 MIN. – COOK TIME 10 MIN. READY IN 35 MIN. – SERVINGS 48 COOKIES


¹∕³ cup unsalted butter, softened


²∕³ cup packed brown sugar


1 tsp baking soda 1½ tsp ground cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger 2 tbsp chopped candied ginger


1 large egg ¼ cup dark molasses 1½ tsp ground cinnamon 1½ cups all- purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour ¼ cup granulated sugar cooking spray


STEP 1 Preheat oven to 350°F. In a large mixing bowl, beat butter with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for 30 sec. Add brown sugar, baking soda, ½ tsp cinnamon, and all 3 types of ginger. Beat until combined. STEP 2 Gently beat in egg and molasses, then as much of the all-purpose and whole wheat flours as you can without drying out the mixture. Stir in any remaining flour with a wooden spoon. If dough is too sticky to handle, cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 30 min. STEP 3 In a bowl, combine the granulated sugar and remaining cinnamon. Shape dough into 1-inch balls, roll in the sugar-cinnamon mixture, and place 2 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet. STEP 4 Bake for 10 min. or until cookies set and tops are slightly cracked. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool.


Per serving: 53 calories, 2g fat, 1g saturated fat, 9mg cholesterol, 30mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate, 0g fiber, 5g sugar, 1g protein


DECORATED COOKIE BOXES


Glitter-covered cardboard stars make a simple but stunning decoration for cookie gift boxes. Line the boxes with tissue paper and separate layers with more paper. Toss in a few sprinkles, sliver or gold décors, or mini candy canes for a sweet surprise.


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