Martin’s Mum’s Gingernuts

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 3

20 min

15 min

35 min

Easy

	1 lb self-raising flour
	6 ounces unsalted butter
	1/2 lb caster or 1/2 lb granulated sugar
	1 large egg
	1 teaspoon baking soda
	1 teaspoon salt
	4 teaspoons ground ginger
	8 fluid ounces golden syrup or 8 fluid ounces light corn syrup ( or , for variation , use molasses or maple syrup )

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

150

Sugar

10g

Fat

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.	In a large mixing bowl, sift flour and add salt and ginger.
3.	Heat syrup, sugar and butter in a saucepan until melted.
4.	Add beaten egg and soda and stir into the flour mixture.
5.	Mix to form a stiff dough.
6.	Roll into walnut-sized balls and place on a lined baking tray.
7.	Bake for approximately 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
8.	Once cooked, allow to cool on a wire rack. Enjoy!

Easy to make, delicious and perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.
Gingernuts are also a great snack to take on the go.

High in sugar and calories.
May not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or allergies to the listed ingredients.

Ginger may help with digestion, inflammation and nausea. However, it is important to consume these cookies in moderation as they are high in sugar.