Ginger Shortbread Cookies

8 ingredients
4 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped walnuts
  • 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped

Directions

  1. 1
    In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Combine the flour, ground ginger, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in walnuts and crystallized ginger.
  2. 2
    Shape into two 10-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
  3. 3
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  4. 4
    Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container.

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