129 candied ginger recipes

No-bake fig squares with crystallized ginger, nuts, lemon juice, and toasted coconut layered between thin fruit-and-nut paste. A naturally sweet confection with zero oven time.

Macadamia pie with double ginger: candied crystallized ginger and fresh grated ginger folded into a brown sugar filling. A Hawaiian-Australian twist on pecan pie, served with warm chocolate sauce.

Heavenly sauce folds egg yolks and powdered sugar into whipped cream with dried figs, toasted almonds, and crystallized ginger. A no-cook dessert topping for ice cream or cake.

Chicken Indienne, a creamy Anglo-Indian curry-spiced chicken braise with lemon-marinated pieces, sweet candied ginger, and a velvety cream sauce. Served with lime and rice.

Marinated melon and strawberries in orange juice and brown sugar, topped with a honey-ginger sour cream sauce and fresh mint. A refreshing no-cook summer dessert.

Fruit salsa sundaes scoop vanilla ice cream into crisp tortilla bowls and top with peaches, strawberries, candied ginger, and lime zest. A Tex-Mex inspired summer dessert that takes 25 minutes.

Tropical fruit salad dressed with its own syrup, lime zest, and fresh lime juice. No oil, no fuss, with optional candied ginger or poppy seeds for texture.

Microwave apricot-strawberry compote in white wine and cranberry juice with crystallized ginger and lemon zest. A no-sugar-added fruit dessert ready in minutes.

Gingered cabbage-beet salad with red cabbage, pickled beets, sweet cherries, crystallized ginger, and red wine vinegar. A vibrant make-ahead slaw that marinates overnight and keeps for 2 days.

Ginger cheesecake with a gingersnap crust, triple ginger punch from fresh ginger root, candied ginger, and orange peel. Lighter than classic cheesecake with reduced-fat cream cheese.

Pumpkin mousse layered three ways: a warmed pumpkin-cream cheese-yolk base, folded with whipped cream and beaten egg whites, then chilled and topped with crystallized ginger.

Chilled cinnamon peach soup with ripe summer peaches, warm spices, orange juice, and yogurt. A refreshing first course or light dessert that captures peach season in a bowl.

Asian-style flank steak marinade with soy sauce, sherry, oyster sauce, honey, and crystallized ginger. Marinate overnight and grill for a sweet-savory crust.

Low-calorie ginger apple crisp with a cornflake crumb topping and crystallized ginger. Six apples baked bubbly under a crunchy, spiced streusel in 30 minutes.

Classic gingerbread cutout cookies with cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger in a sturdy dough that holds its shape. Corn syrup keeps them soft while vinegar adds a subtle tang that balances the warm spices.

Granny's spice cookies are buttery rolled cookies warmed with cinnamon, ginger, and cloves, brightened by orange zest and a touch of corn syrup. A classic holiday cut-out cookie ready for ribbons and sprinkles.