Gingersnaps

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1/4 cup white sugar (for coating)

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, ginger, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1 cup of white sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and molasses. Gradually stir in the dry ingredients until well combined.
3. Cover dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in the remaining 1/4 cup of white sugar. Place balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until tops are crackled and edges are firm. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Enjoy your homemade gingersnaps!