Soft Gingersnap Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks
If you are finished with your holiday baking or think your holiday goodie list is complete, think again. These soft ginger cookies with white chocolate chunks are a MUST make. I have a hard time choosing a favorite holiday cookie, but if I had to choose, these might be my number one. Shhh, don’t tell the other cookies, I don’t want to hurt their feelings:)
This cookie recipe comes from my good friend and fashion diva, Kyong. She owns one of my favorite clothing boutique’s in Salt Lake City, Koo De Ker. She has amazing style and fantastic taste in food. This girl can cook and bake. When I was organizing the Utah Food Bloggers Bake Sale, she generously volunteered to donate cookies. She made these soft ginger cookies with white chocolate chunks. Of course, she packaged the cookies in cute little bags with bright yellow ribbons. I knew they would sell like hot cakes (and they did) so I bought a bag and set it aside for later. That night I opened my cookie bag and sampled the cookies. Swoon! I was in love.
These ginger cookies are the BEST ginger cookies I have ever tasted. That is saying a lot because I love my gingersnap cookie recipe. I will admit it though, these are better. I love that they are soft, a smidge chewy, strong in spices, and dotted with white chocolate chunks. The dust of sugar on the outside also makes these cookies very pretty.
I was first introduced to these special cookies in the spring and I have been waiting months and months to make them for the holidays. They are the perfect holiday cookie. I strongly suggest you preheat your oven and bake a batch of these soft gingersnap cookies today. They will make your house smell amazing and will become a favorite holiday cookie. I know they are permanently on my holiday baking list.
Soft Gingersnap Cookies with White Chocolate Chunks
Yield: about 3 dozen cookies
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup molasses
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups white chocolate chunks1 cup granulated sugar-for coating cookie dough balls
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment papers or with a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream together butter and sugar until smooth and creamy.
3. Beat in the molasses, canola oil, vanilla, baking soda, salt, and spices. Mix until well combined.
4. Add the eggs, one at a time, and beat until smooth. Slowly add in the flour. Next, stir in the white chocolate chunks.
5. Scoop the dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar. Place on lined baking sheets, about two inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes, the cookies will still be soft. Remove from oven and let cookies cool on the baking sheet for five minutes. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
Recipe adapted from my good friend Kyong
If you like these soft gingersnap cookies, you might also like:
Ultimate Ginger Cookies from Brown Eyed Baker
Double Chocolate and Ginger Hazelnut Cookies from Cookin’ Canuck
Gingerbread Cookies from Bake at 350
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sue @ Cakeballs, cookies and more - "oh so cute, and kids would love to make their own!"
kitchen essence - "those are really cute! I wish I could make them but I don't have the r…"
Laura @ GotChocolate - "Yum! Yum! YUM!!! I could eat half a dozen of these. :D I LOVE fruit!"
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I’ll eat the other cookies so their feelings aren’t hurt.
Ok, I thought I was done baking cookies, but these sound too good to pass up!
Gingersnaps are my favorite cookie…I love the addition of white chocolate.
How dare you, Maria? Just when I think I’m pretty much done baking, now I must make these. White chocolate is not my favorite, but I was recently surprised by liking them in something else, so I must try these. I’m looking for a perfect, soft ginger cookie!
Oh these sound so good! I haven’t made any ginger cookies this year, must try these!
I am swooning with you on how beautiful they look. I bet they taste even better!
I’m definitely a fan of soft cookies!
We love ginger cookies, but I’ve never thought to add white chocolate(or any chocolate for that matter). I’m sure these are delicious! Merry Christmas!
Why have I never thought to add white chocolate to my gingersnaps before! Brilliant! These looks so yummy
I made these tonight to give away in my Christmas trays- and they are SO good! Thanks so much for posting the recipe
I found your site via Foodgawker and I’m so glad a did!! I just made these cookies for Christmas and they are so delicious! I know people are going to love them. Thank you and thank Kyong for the wonderful recipe. Have a wonderful holiday
twopeas replied: — December 20th, 2010 @ 1:03 pm
Thanks Amber. So glad you liked the cookies!
Um…. yum! I have to give these a try. I just made ginger snaps but I so love the addition of white chocolate. Happy Holidays Maria.
twopeas replied: — December 22nd, 2010 @ 1:10 pm
Thanks Lori! Happy Holidays!
Thanks for the great recipe! This was my first year making christmas cookies by myself and decided to try these. Of the 5 different cookies I made; these were my favorite! Going to be a holiday tradition for sure!
twopeas replied: — December 23rd, 2010 @ 8:01 am
So glad you liked the cookies! Happy Holidays!
Just made these – absolutely LOVED the texture and the spices, but the chocolate made them a touch sweet – but otherwise great cookie
twopeas replied: — December 23rd, 2010 @ 8:00 am
Thank you!
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I found your site via Foodgawker and I’m so glad a did!! I just made these cookies for Christmas and they are so delicious! I know people are going to love them. Thank you and thank Kyong for the wonderful recipe. Have a wonderful holiday
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Great recipe! I switched out the white chocolate for butterscotch chips and people loved them.
twopeas replied: — January 7th, 2011 @ 4:05 pm
I will have to try butterscotch chips next time. Great idea.
I made these for my Christmas cookie exchange and they were the big hit! People have been asking for the recipe ever since! I’ve been craving them ever since so I’m off to make them now, thanks so much!
twopeas replied: — January 24th, 2011 @ 6:41 am
Glad you liked the cookies Brittney!
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The cookies are packed with flavor. I was amazed they were so light. I did add orange zest. The orange just kicked it up a bit. Thanks for the recipe.
Two Peas replied: — November 29th, 2011 @ 11:28 am
Great idea to add orange zest. Glad you liked the cookies!
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Hi! these look amazing! I was wondering how many dozens does one batch make? Thanks
Two Peas replied: — December 6th, 2011 @ 3:04 pm
about 3 dozen cookies
These are awesome!! Now I just have to stop myself from eating all of them. Thanks for yet another fantastic cookie recipe:)
Just made these today! Sooooo good!
Maria, I just made these and they are incredible – thanks for posting
. Wishing you and your family a wonderful holiday season and happy new year – thanks for your fantastic blog and for giving my boyfriend and I so many moments of happiness as a result of your recipes 
I made these last week, and they were seriously the best cookie I’ve ever eaten! Thank you so much for sharing the recipe!
Two Peas replied: — December 18th, 2011 @ 3:04 pm
You are very welcome! Glad you enjoyed the cookies Maggie!
Made these last night and they were absolutely wonderful! Perfect baking time.
My family devoured them all between bedtime snacks last night and breakfast this morning!!
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Look delicious and exactly the cookie Ive been looking for. What is the best way to store these cookies and how long do you think they can stay fresh for? Thanks!!
Two Peas replied: — December 21st, 2011 @ 1:53 pm
I keep them in an air-tight container on the counter. They will be best for 3-4 days.
Oh Mari, these cookies look like they are incredible. I’ve finally learned to like (no, love!) gingersnap cookies and I’ve been looking around for a recipe that looks just right. Your cookies look perfect!
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These are delicious! A fabulous alternative to all of my chocolate cookies! Thank you!
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