Erin French Shares Her Grandmother's Super Secret Holiday Cookie Recipe

Erin French’s grandmother had such a perfect cookie recipe that she would not even share it with her own family. But Erin found it and added her twist that has us suddenly wishing all of our dresses had cookie pockets.
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Erin French Shares Her Grandmother's Super Secret Holiday Cookie Recipe
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[@kathrynleboye]

What a special treat to see Erin French on Drew Barrymore's show. Those cookies look delicious.

[@stephrossbrown2792]

Just started watching Lost Kitchen, love it!!!!

[@julierogers1155]

"It's true, I don't like a dried out cookie!"! YESSSSS, no dried out cookies.

[@carolcausley7878]

Melinda thanks for the recipe. I figured by watching some of the amounts and made them .They turned out great and I was off with some ingredients

[@rosannecastronovorobinson5285]

How did you come up with shortening sugar and flour measurement

[@Mhawf]

I’ll google what shortening is… bc that’s how little I bake.

[@Gisellej80]

Yum

[@marymiddleton7272]

Drew - So excited about getting this marvelous sounding/looking cookie recipe, but to no avail - you said we could find it here. Please Drew, I need to taste this ginger cookie - where can I get the recipe? Thanks.

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@v.mishrasart43]

Super👍👍

[@barbarahardy3428]

So what is the recipe for the cookies? Drew said it would be on her show page, but I couldn’t find it. Does anyone know where I can find it?

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@melindam9682]

So I was able to access Erin’s cookbook through Libby (side note: this is an amazing app if your library partners with them). I figured I’d post the ingredients seeing as so many were looking: 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger Quick question for any bakers out there! I hunted down candied ginger, but it looks very different from what is used in the video. Mine is coated in syrup. Is this still okay to use?

[@beverlydustin8688]

Thank you for the list of ingredients, very helpful.

[@robinjackson9933]

Thank you so much for sharing the ingredients. Does it also give a written list of the directions to follow as well?

[@melindam9682]

@@robinjackson9933 Absolutely! In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves. In a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment or in a large bowl with a wooden spoon, beat together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, incorporating each one fully before adding the next, then mix in the molasses. Add the dry ingredients to the bowl and blend until the dough just comes together. Stir in the candied ginger. Punch the dough down in the bowl with your fists so it’s packed tightly at the bottom of the bowl and any air bubbles have been removed. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment. Using a cookie scoop, a spoon, or just your hands, form roughly 1-inch balls of dough. Roll the balls in sugar and arrange on the baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart. Gently press the top of each ball to flatten slightly. Bake the cookies until cracks just begin to form on the surface, 8 to 10 minutes. The cookies will look underdone. Let them rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then use a spatula to transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely.

[@robinjackson9933]

Thank you so much!!

[@Burr560]

Might need to wait for Christmas supplies to be put out, that's usually when I find it.

[@bmcvr6202]

What a difference between Kelly Clarkson and Drew Barrymore!!!! Drew lets her guests speak. She didn't interrupt Erin as she explained how to make this cookie. Drew stood opposite Erin, duplicating her moves and in the END, encouraged, uplifted and praised Erin for her book--which is absolutely prize-winning IMO--and her triumph over her struggles. She praised her for her show on Disney +, and she didn't overshadow her one bit. THAT'S HOW YOU HOST A TALK SHOW!!!!!!!!! Kudos to you, Drew. Take notes, Kelly. You've won awards, but ....I'll stop there.

[@beverlydustin8688]

Why isn't I can never fine the recipe that was on the show. Ginger cookie recipe.

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@leannescaife-tank2664]

Drew, I agree with the many of the comments on here. I want to try this recipe. It is not on your website as you stated. I would buy Erin's cookbook, but I don't know if this recipe is in any of them. Please post the recipe. I want to make these for my family for Christmas.

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@terik1627]

Hi.. please share a link for recipe! Looks like an amazing cookie! ☺️

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@susievasquez4222]

I need this recipe, PLEASE!

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@rosannecastronovorobinson5285]

@@melindam9682 thank you!

[@jordyvero6725]

Then she'll be surprised if grandma will haunt her: Eriiiin, why did you give away my recipeeeeee? I will never forgive youuuuuuu; booooooo!

[@cynthiareveille4477]

Can you do this to any citrus fruit i.e. oranges?

[@priscillamuntembataylor1958]

I really would like to make this during Christmas but I too cannot find the recipe!

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@melindagrenier7427]

I cant get find the recipe for the molasses cookies on Drew’s site

[@rebeccafoster2649]

Why can't I find the RECIPIE!!!

[@rebeccafoster2649]

It is NOT on Drew's website like she said on the show

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@patriciareid6347]

Where is the receipt

[@billbrobst5331]

Recipe please

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@jenesseferguson1834]

Recipe please!!

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@carolcausley7878]

Can’t find the recipe

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@margecostanzo2428]

Recipe???

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@lindacunningham6529]

Can't find the recipe???

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@lindacunningham6529]

@@melindam9682 thank you Melinda. I also found it in her cookbook for those who have it.

[@shirleystewart8750]

Where is the recipe???

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@rridafitness2340]

👋🔥🔥🔥🔥🍏🍒👍

[@debiwright3529]

No recipe?

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@marylasowski8161]

Having trouble finding cookie recipes

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@stephanieskolnik576]

Thanks I'll try ingredients for the cookie!!!

[@stephanieskolnik576]

Thanks. I ll try the ingredients s skolnik

[@robinjackson9933]

Recipe please… she didn’t share it since she didn’t share the measurements… hope it will post soon…

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@poopnoodle9563]

Not a secret any more lol

[@susanjacomb9614]

But But But she hasnt shared it.

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@susanjacomb9614]

@@melindam9682 thanks so much!!

[@kathleenwilliams7033]

Need the list of ingredients with their measurements. Nothing on the video shares how much of each ingredient is needed. Is the "secret" that no one else will be able to make this recipe? Drew please make it easier for us to find and print out recipes on your website that we've seen on your show. This was a useless video for those of us excited to try this recipe.

[@melindam9682]

I made a comment above with the ingredients, but thought I’d reply to anyone who asked about the recipe directly! 3½ cups all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1¼ teaspoons ground cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground cloves 1 cup shortening 2 cups sugar, plus more for coating the cookies 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup molasses ⅔ cup chopped candied ginger

[@patriciasuite7308]

@@melindam9682 Thank you, what a gift to get recipe !