Ginger Biscuits are a delightful blend of warmth and spice, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and zesty ginger flavor. These aromatic biscuits, often crunchy on the outside and slightly chewy on the inside, are a comforting treat that can be enjoyed any time of the day. Whether paired with tea or enjoyed as a quick snack, Ginger Biscuits bring the perfect amount of spice to satisfy your taste buds.
The key ingredient in Ginger Biscuits is, of course, ginger. Fresh or ground, ginger adds a warm, aromatic flavor that infuses the dough and gives the biscuits their distinct, spicy kick. When combined with other spices like cinnamon and cloves, it creates a comforting, cozy flavor profile that’s ideal for fall and winter baking. Adding molasses to the dough deepens the flavor and gives the biscuits a rich, caramel-like sweetness that perfectly complements the heat from the ginger.
The dough for Ginger Biscuits is relatively simple to make, requiring just a handful of ingredients. Butter, sugar, and eggs are mixed together with flour, baking soda, and the blend of spices to form a dough that’s easy to roll out and shape. The dough can be rolled into balls or cut into shapes, depending on your preference. As the biscuits bake, they puff up slightly, becoming golden-brown and crispy on the edges while staying soft and chewy in the center.
Ginger Biscuits are incredibly versatile. You can enjoy them as a sweet snack or a breakfast treat, served with a cup of tea or coffee. For an extra touch, you can drizzle them with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk or top them with a dusting of cinnamon sugar. You can even add a bit of crystallized ginger for added texture and flavor.
What makes Ginger Biscuits so comforting is their ability to evoke memories of cozy afternoons, with the spicy aroma filling the kitchen and warming you from the inside out. They are perfect for sharing with family and friends or for enjoying on your own as a simple, indulgent treat.
In conclusion, Ginger Biscuits are a perfect blend of spice, sweetness, and comfort. Whether you’re a fan of ginger or just looking for a warm, homemade treat, these biscuits are sure to become a staple in your baking repertoire. Simple to make and full of flavor, they’re a cozy snack that’s always in season.
Ingredients
- 100 g butter Softened
- 100 g sugar Granulated
- 1 tbsp ginger ground
- 2 tbsp Golden Syrup
- 225 g flour All-purpose
- 1 tsp baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a baking tray.
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the ground ginger and golden syrup.
- Sift in the flour and baking soda, and mix to form a dough.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on the prepared baking tray.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 15 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool on a wire rack.
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These ginger biscuits are just perfect! Made them for my family and they vanished in minutes. 5 stars!
Not a fan. They turned out too hard for my liking. I think I overbaked them. 😕
I can relate! I had the same problem. Maybe try reducing the baking time or checking them earlier next time? ☹️
Just made these with my kids and they had a blast! Messy kitchen, but so worth it for the yumminess!
I followed the recipe but they came out too hard. Maybe I overbaked them? Not sure if I’ll try again.
Really easy recipe! I used honey instead of syrup and they turned out fine.
I love ginger! I added some cinnamon too, and they taste so good! Thanks for the recipe!
I don’t get why you added cinnamon. Isn’t that too much flavor for ginger biscuits?
Glad you liked it! Ginger and cinnamon are a great combo! 🍪
I found the dough a bit sticky, had to add more flour. They turned out ok, but I guess I was expecting something more flavorful.
I think the stickiness can vary based on the humidity! Adding a bit more flour helps. But ginger is a unique flavor, maybe try adding some cinnamon next time for extra warmth!
I don’t understand why use syrup when you could just use honey? Recipe is kinda confusing.
I think these need more gingery taste. They just tasted like normal cookies. Meh.
Nah, I think they taste just fine as they are. Not every cookie needs to be a ginger bomb. Just enjoy!
I agree! I love ginger, and these could definitely use a kick! Maybe add some fresh ginger next time?
Ginger biscuits? Never thought I’d say this but they r good! Gonna try again.
These biscuits are delicious! I love the gingery flavor, perfect with tea! ☕️
Kind of basic biscuits. Not really what I was expecting, they are ok but not wow.
Very good recipe! My grandma used to make ginger biscuits just like this! 😊
This recipe sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it, just like my mom used to! 😍
Ginger biscuits? Aren’t those just for old people? 🤨
This is the easiest recipe I’ve ever tried! I’m not much of a baker, but these turned out great! Definitely recommend.
These biscuits are delicious! Just the right amount of ginger. I made them for my family and they absolutely loved them!
These ginger biscuits are simply amazing! They turned out so nice and crunchy, I can’t stop eating them!
They seemed a bit too sweet for my taste. Maybe I used too much sugar? Not sure I’d make them again.
I agree, these ginger biscuits are fantastic! I made a batch, and my whole family loved them. I’m glad you enjoyed yours!
DELICIOUS!! I added some chocolate chips, and wow! Best idea ever. 😍
Made these for my kids, they loved them! Even my picky eater. Will make again!
I tried this recipe and it was super easy! I’m no expert but even I can make these. Love the ginger flavor!
Why do you need to flatten the balls? I skipped that step and they came out fine. 🤷♂️
I think flattening helps them cook evenly, but if yours turned out fine, that’s awesome! Everyone has their own style. 🍪
Ginger biscuits? Who eats these?? I prefer chocolate chip! But I guess if ya like ginger, give it a go!
Ginger is so strong in these! Y’all need to tone it down a tad. 😬
I dunno, mine turned out too hard. I followed the recipe exactly.
I’m not a huge fan of ginger, but these actually weren’t too bad. Might add some chocolate chips next time!
Ginger and chocolate sounds interesting! I think I might try that too, even though ginger is yummy on its own!
I don’t have golden syrup, can I use honey instead? Wondering if it will work the same.
Yeah, honey should work! It might taste a bit different though, but I think it’ll still be good.
What’s golden syrup? Can i use honey instead? 😕
Golden syrup is like a thick, sweet syrup, kinda similar to honey but richer. You could use honey, but it might change the flavor a bit. 😄
IDK what golden syrup is, but isn’t honey just as good? Seems like it should work fine, right? 🤔
Can you really bake with ginger? The taste was odd to me. Not my fav! 😕
Meh, I don’t think ginger belongs in biscuits. I’d rather stick to chocolate chip cookies.
Yum! I added some chocolate chips to the mix and they were AMAZING. Totally recommend.
Yum! I can taste those gingery flavors. So good!
Ginger biscuits? Sounds kinda weird… would they be too spicy? 🤔
I love ginger! These sound delicious. Can’t wait to try making them!
Great recipe! I added some cinnamon for an extra kick. Will make again for sure!
Why would you add cinnamon? It’s a ginger biscuit, not a cinnamon one. Seems weird.
Cinnamon sounds like a delicious twist! I never thought of that. Gotta try it next time!
Why do they call them biscuits? They are more like cookies. Never understood that.
These will be nice for tea. But ain’t butter bad for health? 😅
These biscuits are amazing! The ginger flavor is perfect, and they were a hit at my family gathering! Will definitely make again.
I made these with my kids and they loved rolling the dough! A fun weekend activity! 😍
That sounds like a blast! Ginger biscuits are perfect for kids. I love baking with my family too! 😊
I dunno, rolling dough seems a bit messy. My kids just want to eat the cookies! 🙄