• About
  • Work with Me
    • Contact
  • Food Photography
  • Newsletter

Chef Janet

So good, they'll never know it's gluten-free.

  • Gluten-Free Recipes
    • Appetizers and Snacks
    • Baked Goods
    • Breakfast
    • Dessert
    • Main Course
    • Salads
    • Sauces and Dressings
    • Side Dishes
    • Soup
    • Vegan
    • Vegetarian
  • Cooking Basics
  • Gluten-Free Diet Tips
Home Β» Baked Goods Β» Ginger-Lace Cookies (Gluten-Free)

May 30, 2020 (last updated March 18, 2022)

Ginger-Lace Cookies (Gluten-Free)

No ratings yet
Leave a Comment Jump to Recipe

These ginger-lace cookies were inspired by one of my favorite store-bought gluten-free cookies a chocolate chip lace cookie recipe that was shared with me. They are wonderfully delicate and crispy but not delicate on flavor. The strong zing of fresh ginger and candied ginger is such a nice balance with oats and the sweet cookie. Vegan options are included in the recipe.

More Gluten-Free Cookies

For more of my cookie recipes, check out my chewy, gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, my 4 ingredient peanut butter cookies with brown sugar, and my gluten-free chocolate mint cookies. Click this link for my full list of gluten-free cookie recipes.

stack of ginger lace cookies on round wire rack with milk bottle and fresh ginger in background

Are Oats Gluten-Free?

Oats are definitely a tricky ingredient if you have Celiac disease or are very sensitive to gluten. Oats are naturally gluten-free but often get contaminated with wheat during the growing and milling processes. I discuss the question “Are oats gluten-free?” in my post about which foods do and do not have gluten.

There are a couple of good options for gluten-free oats. The first and most important question is, are they CERTIFIED gluten-free? The only 2 certified gf brands that I have found in the US are from Thrive Market and Zego. Both brands are organic. Zego uses purity protocol to assure that the oats are gluten-free in every step from seed to package. They are also higher in protein making them my go-to for oats.

In Canada Only Oats is an excellent gluten-free option. They are produced with purity protocol, meaning that the oats are closely monitored form seed to package,

ginger, crystallized ginger, lace cookies, gluten free

Gluten-Free Flour Blends

If you prefer a store bought blend, I like King Arthur Measure for Measure Flour. It is widely available and works well in almost all of my baking recipes. If your blend includes xanthan gum, guar gum or inulin, omit the xanthan gum called for in the recipe.

I have used several other gluten-free flour blends for these lace cookies and they all worked well. My custom blend of sorghum, millet and brown rice flours works very well. See the notes in the recipe for a super simple DIY gluten-free flour blend or my blog post on diy gluten-free flour blends.

vegan gluten-free ginger lace cookies on wire rack. Microplane and pieces of fresh ginger in foreground. Milk glass, milk bottle and stack of plates in background.

Ginger

I get ginger flavor into these cookies in two ways. There are both chunks of crystallized ginger and fresh grated ginger in the batter. I prefer fresh ginger over powdered because it seems to have a stronger flavor in baked goods.

The best way to to grate ginger is with a microplane which is essentially a super fine grater. If you haven’t worked with fresh ginger before, check out my post and quick video for step-by-step instructions on How to Use Fresh Ginger.

How to Make Crispy Cookies

The key to the crispy, lacy texture of these cookies is that there is just a small amount of flour. When you measure the flour, rather than scooping the measuring cup into the flour, use a fork to transfer it to the measuring cup. I know, use a fork for flour? Yes, this will assure that there is just the right amount.

overhead close up of ginger lace cookies on white parchment on cooling rack

Panning Ginger-Lace Cookies

These ginger-lace cookies are thin and delicate. They work best when baked on a heavy weight cookie sheet that retains heat, lined with parchment paper. To be sure that the cookies spread and become lacy, scoop or spoon the dough onto the lined cookie sheet and press down gently on top to flatten the dome. And don’t be tempted to use too much dough. The cookies will spread quite a bit so don’t crowd the pan. I keep it to 8 per pan and lay them out like this.

ginger lace cookie dough portioned on parchment lined pan

Baking the Cookies

close up of ginger lace cookie being held up with milk bottle in background

Rotate the pan 180 degrees after 5 or 6 minutes to assure even baking. In the last few minutes they will spread and become lacy. Be patient with these cookies. Depending on the heat of your oven, they may bake slowly or more quickly, so keep a close eye on them once they start to brown. Once you get used to how these cookies work in your oven, it will be easier. When done, they should be a dark golden brown around the edges.

Cooling the Lace Cookies

The cookies will be extremely delicate straight out of the oven, so cool them on the pan for five minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling them on a rack will allow them to get that nice crispy crunch.

falling stack of ginger lace cookies on round wire rack with fresh ginger in background

Ginger-Lace Cookies

Author: Janet Harlow
Course: Baked Goods
Cuisine: American
Servings: 42 3″ cookies
These ginger-lace cookies are crispy, zingy and melt in your mouth like toffee. Vegan option is included.
No ratings yet
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 14 mins

Recommended Products

  • King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp cookie scoop

Ingredients
  

  • 5 Tbsps gluten-free flour blend*
  • 1 Β½ c gluten-free old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/8 tsp baking soda
  • 1/8 tsp xanthan gum (omit if your flour blend contains guar or xanthan gum)
  • Β½ tsp salt
  • 8 Tbsps 1 stick unsalted butter, very soft or vegan butter**
  • Β½ c granulated sugar
  • Β½ c brown sugar
  • 1/2 egg or 1 tsp flax seed meal mixed with 1 Tbsp warm water
  • 2 tsps vanilla extract
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger grated on a microplane
  • 3/4 cup diced crystallized ginger dice to the size of a chocolate chip

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350Β° and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Measure the flour by using a fork to transfer the flour into the measuring cup.
  • Combine the flour, oats, baking soda, xanthan gum and salt in a mixing bowl.
  • In a large mixing bowl (or bowl of your stand mixer) cream the soft butter with the sugars. Add the vanilla, egg, water and fresh ginger and stir. To see how to handle fresh ginger, check out this post on How to Use Fresh Ginger.
  • Add the dry ingredients and start on slow speed. As the dry ingredients moisten, increase the speed to high and beat for 2 minutes. Stir in the crystallized ginger.
  • Use 2 spoons or a scoop to drop about 1Β½ Tbsps. dough per cookie. Press gently down to flatten the cookie mounds.
  • Bake 12-15 minutes or until dark golden brown around the edges. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

*King Arthur Gluten-Free Measure for Measure Flour is a great ready-made gluten-free flour blend that contains xanthan gum. If you use a flour blend that contains xanthan gum, guar gum or inulin, omit the xanthan gum called for in the recipe.
**Miyokos Cultured Vegan Butter recommended

Β 

Simple Gluten-Free Flour Blend

To mix up your own basic gluten-free flour blend, combine:
2 c brown rice flour
2/3 c potato starch
1/3 cup tapioca starch

Nutrition

Serving: 2cookies
Did you make this recipe?Let me know how it was! Tag @chefjanetk on Instagram.
  • Share
  • Tweet
  • Email

Posted In: Baked Goods, Dessert · Tagged: cookies, ginger, oats

Leave a Comment & Rate this Recipe Cancel reply

If you love this recipe, please consider leaving a star rating and review when you post a comment. Star ratings help people discover my recipes online. Your support means a great deal to me.

Thank you!
Janet

Recipe Rating




This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

About Me
Hi, Welcome! I'm Chef Janet and I create gluten-free recipes that everyone will love, gluten-free or not.

Set up a customized lesson with me to learn basic cooking techniques, gluten-free, menu planning and kitchen tips to make your life easier. Follow me on instagram to keep up with my latest and let me know how I can help.

Follow along on Instagram

This gluten free red velvet cake is so moist and t This gluten free red velvet cake is so moist and tender they'll never know it's gluten free. Get the full recipe at chefjanetk.com
β™₯οΈπŸŽ‚β™₯οΈπŸŽ‚
#redvelvet #glutenfreecake #glutenfreeredvelvetcake #losangeleschef #glutenfreelosangeles #glutenfreeblog
#glutenfreebaking #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreebirthdaycake #bestglutenfreecakes #glutenfreerecipes
Thanksgiving prep has started in my kitchen! Wheth Thanksgiving prep has started in my kitchen! Whether you need a gluten-free stuffing recipe, gravy or an easy side, I've got you covered. Need a delicious, decadent dessert? I've got that too. Link in my profile to my Thanksgiving recipes.
πŸ—πŸ₯§πŸ 
You'll find tips for perfect silky, smooth gravy, moist delicious stuffing, perfect pies, simple sided dishes and more.
🍠πŸ₯§πŸ—
#glutenfreethanksgiving #thanksgivingrecipes #thanksgivingdesserts #glutenfreestuffing #glutenfreegravy #losangeleschef #glutenfreeblog #glutenfreepiecrust #glutenfreedessert
Pie and cupcakes are my favorite desserts so I put Pie and cupcakes are my favorite desserts so I put them together in one. These gluten-free apple pie cupcakes make for an awesome autumn dessert. Link to the recipe in my profile.
🍎 πŸ₯§πŸ§
These cupcakes have a fluffy cinnamon spiced cake, traditional apple pie filling and an apple cinnamon buttercream frosting.
🍎πŸ₯§πŸ§
#glutenfreecupcakes #glutenfreedessert #glutenfreeapplepie #losangeleschef #cinnamonbuttercream #glutenfreelosangeles #holidaydessert #glutenfreeholidays #autumndesserts #applepiecupcakes
Nothing says holiday brunch more than cranberry or Nothing says holiday brunch more than cranberry orange muffins. Link to the recipe in my profile.
🎈🍊🎈
#cranberryorangemuffins #glutenfreemuffins #holidaybrunch #glutenfreebaking #losangeleschef #glutenfreechef #glutenfreeblog #cranberryorange
This Sweet Potato Frosting is the perfect holiday This Sweet Potato Frosting is the perfect holiday topping for cupcakes, cakes muffins and anything your heart desires. There's just four ingredients and no cane sugar. Link to the recipe in my profile.
 🍠 🧁🍠
Sweet potato puree, cream cheese, butter and maple syrup are all you need for this amazing frosting. Amazing on carrot cake, spice cake, vanilla cake and so much more.
🧁🍠🧁
#sweetpotatofrosting #cakefrosting #glutenfreeholiday #holidaydesserts #glutenfreeblog #losangeleschef #glutenfreelosangeles #sweetpotatodessert #sweetpotatorecipe #cupcakefrosting #glutenfreecupcakes
Do you like your gluten-free pumpkin bread slather Do you like your gluten-free pumpkin bread slathered in a rum icing or a straight up?? Get the recipe - link my profile.
πŸŽƒπŸŽƒπŸžπŸŽƒπŸŽƒ
This recipe is super easy and makes an incredibly moist and delicious pumpkin bread that is good enough for dessert, brunch or a little autumn snack.
πŸŽƒπŸŽƒπŸžπŸžπŸŽƒπŸŽƒ
#glutenfreepumpkinbread #pumpkinbread #glutenfreebrunch #glutenfreebaking #autumndesserts #glutenfreelosangeles #glutenfreechef #glutenfreeblog #pumpkindessert #fallbaking
I hope you didn't miss it last week! This gluten-f I hope you didn't miss it last week! This gluten-free lemon drizzle cake is too good! Link to the recipe in my profile.
πŸ‹πŸŽ‚πŸ‹
#lemondrizzlecake #glutenfreecake #lemonloaf #glutenfreeblog #glutenfreechef #loasangeleschef #glutenfreelosangeles #glutenfreelemoncake
This Gluten-Free Lemon Drizzle Cake is the cake of This Gluten-Free Lemon Drizzle Cake is the cake of my dreams. Link to the brand new recipe in my profile.
πŸ‹πŸŽ‚πŸ‹
The combination of lemon and butter in a sweet dessert is about as good as it gets, if you ask me. This cake is super moist and somewhere between a pound cake and a fluffy layer cake.
πŸ‹πŸŽ‚πŸ‹
#lemondrizzlecake #lemonloaf #glutenfreelemoncake #glutenfreecake #lemoncake #glutenfreelosangeles #glutenfreeblog #prettycakes #lemondesserts #glutenfreelemondrizzlecake

Copyright © 2023 Chef Janet · Support by Foodie Digital · Privacy Policy · Accessibility Policy · Web Stories