Stem Ginger Spiced Cookies from the Chefs at Inchydoney

If you’re looking for a delicious treat that literally tastes of Christmas, you’re going to love this recipe from the team at Inchydoney Island Lodge & Spa. Perfect if you’ve guests visiting, or you want to gift a handmade treat to a friend.

Stem Ginger Spiced Cookies

Ingredients:

• 270g Plain Flour

• 2 teaspoons Baking Soda

• 1/2 teaspoon Table Salt

• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon

• 2 teaspoons Ginger

• 1/2 teaspoon Cloves

• 1/4 teaspoon Allspice 

• 170g unsalted Butter, room temperature

~ 210g Light Brown Sugar

• 1 large Egg

• 92g Crystallized Stem Ginger, finely diced

• 85g Molasses/ Treacle

Coarse Sparkling Sugar, for coating

Method:

· In a small bowl whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Set aside.

· In a separate large bowl, beat together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

· Beat in the egg, crystallized ginger, and molasses/ treacle

· Add the dry ingredients, beating gently until evenly blended.

· Cover the bowl and chill the dough for a minimum of 10 to 15 minutes; overnight refrigeration is preferable if you have the time.

· Preheat the oven to 200°C. Lightly grease two baking sheets, or line with parchment paper

· Shape the dough into 1" balls and roll each ball in sparkling sugar

· Place the balls of dough 2" to 3" apart on the prepared pans

· Bake the cookies in the centre of the oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until they're golden and set

· Remove the cookies from the oven and allow to cool

• Enjoy!!

Slán go fóill.