Reviewed: Jan. 27, 2013

I made these just as written. Unfortunately, I cooked them too long (longer than the directions called for). They came out very soft but hardened. And I definitely only got half the amount of cookies the recipe called for, even though I made them extremely small. The cookies don't spread. Great flavor, but be careful not to use too much cayenne.

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KKH3

Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2012

Awesome cookies! A must try! I added a bit more ginger.

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American

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Reviewed: Feb. 5, 2010

These cookies were a little too rich with butter for my taste. I liked the spice but I would prefer more "snap" to my gingersnaps. Thanks for the recipe though.

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celeste

Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2009

Nice cookies. I omitted the cayenne as I can't handle it and upped the ginger to a well-rounded tsp. I also rolled them in confectioner's sugar. They're better warm, but still very good once they're cool.

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MissAnnThrope

Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2009

I made them without the ceyanne, cloves and nutmeg because I didn't have any and they were a little bland but not bad. Also, making each cookie 2 tablespoons is two big. I only got about 12 cookies and they were kind of burnt on the bottom and doughy on the top. I would say about 1 teaspoon and also watch them closely so they don't burn.

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Emirald88

Reviewed: Sep. 7, 2009

I did not care for this recipe.

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Chris Adams

Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2008

These came out absolutely delicious! I liked the kick, but I added a bit of extra ginger to get it. Also, molasses isn't sold where I live, so I had to substitute pure maple syrup for it and they still came out great. There weren't as many as the recipe said there would be, so maybe I'll make them smaller the next time.

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Jenn

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Singapore, Central Region, Singapore

Reviewed: Dec. 21, 2008

Decent, but skip the cayenne pepper and roll them in sugar before baking. Makes little bite-sized cookies.

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Auntem77

Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2008

These are old school cookies.For those whose taste buds are burned up!!!A LOT of spice in these.

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beets442

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Valparaiso, Indiana, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 23, 2008

These cookies are great! For me they also turned out softer with a smaller yield (but that is why I chose this recipe). I also added another pinch of ginger and used ground cardamom instead of the cayenne pepper.

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