INGREDIENTS
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
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1 3/4 cups cups granulated sugar, plus 1/2 cup more for coating
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2 large eggs, beaten
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1/2 cup molasses
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons ground ginger
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon cloves
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1/2 teaspoon cardamom
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/3 cup crystallized ginger, finely chopped