A classic drop cookie with a delightful combination of warm, spicy ginger and bright, fresh lemon. These simple cookies are studded with bits of candied ginger for an extra flavor kick.

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Recipe

MeasurementsIngredients
1 Cube (½ Cup)Oleo or Butter, softened
3/4 CupSugar
1Large Egg
1 tspGrated Lemon Rind
1 1/2 CupsFlour
1/2 tspGinger
1/2 tspBaking Soda
1/4 tspSalt
1/4 CupFinely Chopped Candied Ginger
For ToppingSugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease your cookie sheets.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter/oleo and the ¾ cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and the grated lemon rind.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, ground ginger, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. By hand, stir in the finely chopped candied ginger.
  7. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
  8. Sprinkle the tops of the cookies with a little extra sugar.
  9. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.