Grandma’s Gingersnap Cookies

This recipe for gingersnaps makes gingersnap cookies that melt in your mouth! I received this ginger cookie recipe from my grandmother; it’s been enjoyed in my family since 1899. Store cookies in an airtight container.
Prep Time : 20 mins
Cook Time : 10 mins
Total Time : 30 mins
Servings : 60

Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 60 servings
  • ⅓ cup cinnamon sugar
  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon ground ginger
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup butter
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup dark molasses

Directions