Verity’s Very Ginger Chewies

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Verity's Very Ginger Chewies recipe for your sweet tooth cravings
in Dessert

Prep

25 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

37 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
3/4 cup demerara sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 egg
1 cup flour
1 1/4 cups oat flour
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon clove
1/3 cup minced crystallized ginger , 25 pieces reserved for topping

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24
Calories
163
Sugar
14g
Fat
8g
Verity's Very Ginger Chewies are a perfect blend of sweet and spicy flavors, creating a unique cookie experience. The combination of ginger in three forms – fresh, ground and crystallized – provides an amazing taste experience that is spicy, without being overwhelming to the palate. These cookies are a perfect snack for those with sweet tooth cravings, or for those who enjoy a little spice in their desserts.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.In a large bowl, cream together the shortening, butter, and grated ginger until light and fluffy.
3.Add the demerara sugar, molasses, corn syrup, and egg into the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, oat flour, cornstarch, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, ground ginger, and clove until evenly blended.
5.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a dough.
6.Fold in the minced crystallized ginger.
7.Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8.Roll the dough into small balls, and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
9.Flatten the balls slightly, and press a piece of crystallized ginger on top of each cookie.
10.Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
11.Remove the cookies from oven, and let cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet.
12.Transfer the cookies to a wire rack, and let cool completely.

PROS

Verity’s Very Ginger Chewies are crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside.

The perfect balance of sweet and spicy notes creates a unique taste.

They are the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.

CONS

These cookies contain a significant amount of sugar and calories.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ginger is well known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
It can help reduce muscle pain and soreness and may also lower blood sugar levels.

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