1995 1St Place: Swedish Spice Cookies

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   Heat oven to 375 degrees.

2. 2

   Have ungreased baking sheet(s) ready.

3. 3

   Sift together the flour, baking soda, spices and salt; set aside.

4. 4

   Beat the butter and 1 cup of the granulated sugar in large bowl of an electric mixer on high speed until light, 1 minute.

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   Add the egg and molasses; mix well.

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   Stop the mixer and add the flour mixture.

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   Mix just until combined.

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   Using about 1 1/2 teaspoons dough for each, roll dough into balls.

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   Roll in the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar so they are fully coated.

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    Arrange on baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.

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    If you prefer a thin, crisp cookie, they may be flattened with a glass that has been dipped in sugar.

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    Bake until set, 9 to 10 minutes.

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    Transfer to a wire rack and let cool.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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