Description
Emerald Isle Ginger Spice Cookies are a traditional Irish treat, offering a chewy texture with a slightly crisp, sugar-dusted exterior. These cookies feature a warm blend of ginger, cloves, and cinnamon, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Additional sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together sugar, egg, salt, and shortening until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, cloves, ginger, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until dough forms.
- Roll teaspoon-sized dough portions into balls.
- Roll each ball in additional sugar.
- Place on ungreased baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
- Bake 5–6 minutes, until bottoms are lightly browned but tops remain light.
- Cool on baking sheets briefly, then transfer to wire racks.
Notes
- Use fresh spices for the most vibrant flavor.
- Avoid overbaking to maintain a chewy center.
- Chilling the dough briefly can help cookies hold their shape.
- Ensure cookies are spaced adequately on the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 85 kcal