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Ginger-Cider Cheesecake

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Ginger—a versatile flowering plant with strong, spicy, flavor—is the star of all sorts of dishes and drinks (i.e. curries, teas, breads, etc.). It's loaded with good-for-you enzymes and antioxidants that help aid digestion, fight inflammation, and more. When combined with sweet ingredients, it provides the perfect balance of sweet and spicy flavor. Here we're showcasing ginger desserts including ginger cakes, cookies, and even frozen treats. Ginger isn't just for making gingerbread.

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Triple-Ginger Cookies

Triple Ginger Cookies

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If you love ginger, just wait until you try this triple-threat ginger dessert recipe. Ground ginger and crystallized ginger make up the cookie dough before getting rolled in a homemade ginger sugar. Brown sugar and molasses give these ginger cookies a rich, sweet flavor.

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Gingerbread Cinnamon Rolls

gingerbread cinnamon star

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Change up your holiday brunch menu by serving these stunning gingerbread rolls. Since we start this ginger recipe with a yeast dough, it's a great option for those that aren't into super sweet desserts. Cut them into normal rolls or check out the recipe video to see how to make the dough into this pretty shape.

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Ginger-Cider Cheesecake

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This ginger dessert recipe is the perfect finale to a holiday dinner. Not only do we pack ginger flavor into the crust made with gingersnaps, the rich homemade cheesecake filling includes both candied ginger and fresh ginger. The cider-cranberry glaze brings an irresistible sweet-tart finish to every bite.

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Mango-Ginger Gelato

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Classic Gingerbread

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Ginger Crème Brûlée

Ginger Creme Brulee

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This ginger dessert recipe leaves regular crème brûlée in the dust. Individual ramekins are filled with a homemade custard infused with fresh ginger. If you don't have a culinary torch, use our carmelized topper recipe (that creates an equally satisfying sugar-breaking crack) on the stove top.

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Caramel Gingerbread Cupcakes

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These ginger cupcakes look (and taste) like something you'd find in a fancy bakery, but it's actually quite an easy dessert recipe to accomplish. We use gingerbread mix to keep the ingredient count down. Once baked, top with ice cream and caramel sauce for an indulgent sweet treat.

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Caramel-Ginger Wild Rice Pudding

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This cozy ginger dessert is made in your slow cooker. Wild rice and brown rice combine with coconut milk, fresh and ground ginger, sugar, and butter. After a few slow-simmered hours, you'll have a delectable bowl of rice pudding. Enjoy with purchased caramel ice cream topping.

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Turmeric, Ginger and Honey Affogato

turmeric ginger and honey affogato

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Ginger Broil

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Ginger Peach Freeze

two dishes of Ginger Peach Freeze

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Ginger-Pumpkin Meringue Pie

Ginger Pumpkin Meringue Pie

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This ginger dessert idea is perfect for fall. The ginger shines in the buttery gingersnap-graham cracker crust and cinnamon-ginger spiced pumpkin filling. A brown sugar meringue completes the sweet pie.

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Lemon-Ginger Cheesecake Balls

reflection of Lemon-Ginger Cheesecake Ball on green background

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No need to fire up the oven for these bite-size lemon and ginger desserts. Whip up a speedy no-bake cheesecake filling, shape into balls, and let them chill before coating in bittersweet chocolate. Store these delicious treats in the freezer up to 3 months for an easy sweet tooth fix.

Related: This Is the Only Way You Should Peel Ginger

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Candied Ginger and Orange Icebox Cookies

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Icebox cookies are a great way to be able to make fresh-baked goods asap. These slice-and-bake cookies are packed with crystallized ginger and shredded orange peel for a zesty-sweet bite. Sprinkle with coarse sugar for a pretty finish.

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Ginger Carrot Cake

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This top-rated ginger cake will have all your guests asking for the recipe. The light and fluffy cake layers are dotted with candied ginger and shredded carrots. A cream cheese frosting provides the tangy-sweet flavor you love from classic carrot cake.

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Very Ginger Pound Cake

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What makes this ginger cake very gingery? Crystallized ginger and grated fresh ginger, that's what. Utilize seasonal blood oranges and kumquats for the showstopping topping.

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Ginger Pumpkin Mousse

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An entire can of pumpkin goes into this ginger dessert recipe that stays nice and fluffy thanks to frozen whipped topping and gelatin. Keep your fresh ginger dessert light on the calories by using fat-free milk and light whipped topping.

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