Ginger Ground 800g

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Recipe for Ginger Ground

Soft Ginger Molasses Cookies

Makes: 24 cookies
Prep Time: 10 mins
Chill Time: 30 mins (optional, but recommended)
Cook Time: 10–12 mins

Ingredients:

• 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tsp ground ginger (star ingredient!)

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp ground cloves

• ½ tsp nutmeg

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil for vegan)

• 1 cup brown sugar, packed

• 1 large egg (or flax egg: 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water)

• ¼ cup molasses (not blackstrap—it’s too bitter)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Optional: ½ cup coarse sugar or granulated sugar (for rolling)

Instructions:

1. Whisk dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt.

2. Cream wet ingredients: Beat butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add egg, molasses, and vanilla; mix well.

3. Combine: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, mixing until just combined.

4. Chill dough (optional but enhances flavor): Cover and refrigerate for 30 mins–1 hour.

5. Bake:

   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.

   • Roll dough into 1-inch balls, then roll in sugar (if using). Place 2 inches apart.

   • Bake for 10–12 mins (centers should look slightly underdone).

6. Cool: Let cookies rest on the sheet for 5 mins before transferring to a rack.

Why Ground Ginger Shines Here:

🔥 Warmth without bite: Ground ginger (unlike fresh) blends evenly for a mellow spice.
🍪 Chewy texture: Molasses + brown sugar keep these cookies soft for days.
🎄 Holiday favorite: Reminiscent of gingerbread but quicker to make!

Essential for Gingerbread & Baking

Ground Ginger is the classic spice for gingerbread, ginger biscuits, cakes, muffins and spiced baking.

It pairs beautifully with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and molasses, giving baked goods a warm and aromatic flavour.

Perfect for Curries & Savoury Cooking

Add Ground Ginger to Indian curries, stir-fries, soups, sauces and marinades for warmth and depth.

It works particularly well alongside garlic, chilli, turmeric, cumin and coriander.

Ideal for Chai & Warming Drinks

Stir a small amount into masala chai, hot chocolate or golden-style milk drinks.

Its convenient powdered form makes it easy to distribute evenly without peeling or grating fresh ginger.

Great with Fruit & Desserts

Ground Ginger complements apples, pears and peaches particularly well.

Use it in fruit crumbles, pies, poached fruit, puddings and other desserts when you want a gentle warming spice note.

Excellent for Meat Rubs & Marinades

Combine Ground Ginger with garlic, soy sauce, honey, chilli or other spices for chicken, pork or lamb marinades.

It also works well in dry rubs where its fine texture distributes evenly.

Buy Ground Ginger in Bulk in New Zealand

The 800g bulk pack is ideal for bakeries, cafés, restaurants, chai makers, caterers and households that use ginger frequently.

Order Ground Ginger online in NZ from SpicenEasy for baking, curries, drinks, marinades and everyday cooking.

Storage

Keep tightly sealed in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place to preserve its aroma and flavour.

Other Top Recipes for Ground Ginger:

1. Ginger Turmeric Golden Milk – Whisk with coconut milk, honey, and black pepper.

2. Stir-Fry Sauce – Add ½ tsp to soy sauce, garlic, and honey for a zesty kick.

3. Pumpkin Ginger Soup – Simmer with pumpkin purée and coconut milk.