Every year, I choose one special thing to make to give as little gifts to friends, my hairdresser, and various other people who might like something sweet. This year, I am making my mother’s gingersnaps, and in the next few days, a recipe will follow. (Today is a busy day making chili for my husband’s party at work.)

But I thought I would post a sneak preview of these little gems, which are excellent keepers, especially when they are in a tin.