INGREDIENTS
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2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup packed dark brown sugar
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/3 cup mild molasses
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2 1/2 teaspoons plus a big pinch ground cinnamon
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2 large egg whites, at room temperature
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
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1/2 cup finely chopped candied ginger
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper