Gingersnaps (Pepparkakor)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Scrumptious and Spicy Swedish Gingersnaps recipe for you to enjoy today
in Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

8-9 hours (including refrigeration)

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar
2/3 cup dark corn syrup ( Mom always used Lyle 's golden syrup )
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
3/4 tablespoon baking soda
2/3 cup butter
1 egg
5 cups flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
36
Calories
85
Sugar
8g
Fat
3g
Gingersnaps, known in Swedish as Pepparkakor, are a popular and traditional cookie in Sweden, often enjoyed around the holidays but perfect year-round. They're spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, which gives them their distinctive spiciness. These gingersnaps are thin and crispy, perfect for enjoying as a mid-afternoon snack with a cup of tea or coffee. They're easy and fun to bake, and the aroma of spices while baking will fill your kitchen with warmth and comfort. Try this recipe today and enjoy the delicious taste of Swedish gingersnaps!

Instructions

1.In a small pot on low heat, melt butter, sugar, and dark corn syrup, stirring occasionally; then remove from heat and let cool.
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, ground cloves, and baking soda until combined.
3.Add the melted butter mixture to the dry ingredients, along with the egg, and mix until fully combined and the dough is smooth.
4.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour but preferably for at least 8 hours.
5.When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.Roll the dough into small balls roughly 1 inch in diameter and place on the prepared baking sheet.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
8.Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9.Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

PROS

These gingersnaps are crispy and thin, with a spicy bite from the ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
They’re perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee as a mid-afternoon snack.

CONS

These gingersnaps are high in sugar and flour.
It’s best to consume them in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ginger can aid in digestion and reduce inflammation, while cinnamon may lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease. However, these gingersnaps should be enjoyed in moderation as they are high in sugar and calories.

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