Earthquake Cookies Recipe

Name: Earthquake Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup molasses; 2 cups sifted flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 teaspoon ground ginger

Servings: persons

1
Place the shortening and sugar into a mixing bowl and rub or beat with a spoon until the mixture is light and fluffy.
2
Add the egg and the molasses and beat well.
3
Sift flour before measuring, then sift again with the dry ingredients so that they are mixing well.
4
Add the flour mixture to the shortening mixture and mix well.
5
Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour.
6
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F.
7
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls.
8
Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
9
Place the balls 2-inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
10
Bake the cookies at 375u00b0 for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned.
11
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly (about 2 minutes).
12
Remove from the cookie sheet to wire racks to cool completely.

452

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup shortening, 1 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 1/4 cup molasses, and more.

Yes, Earthquake Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Earthquake Cookies

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