Eloise'S Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Eloise'S Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup white sugar; 3/4 cup shortening; 1/4 cup molasses; 1 egg, beaten; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup white sugar, or as needed

Servings: persons

1 cup white sugar
3/4 cup shortening
1/4 cup molasses
1 egg, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white sugar, or as needed

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Beat 1 cup white sugar and shortening together in a large bowl until light and creamy. Add molasses and egg; beat until smooth.
3
Whisk flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl. Gradually stir flour mixture into shortening mixture until dough is just-combined.
4
Pour 1/2 cup white sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and roll each ball in sugar to coat; place 2-inches apart on a baking sheet.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until set and lightly golden, 10 to 15 minutes.

548

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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: 1 cup white sugar, 3/4 cup shortening, 1/4 cup molasses, 1 egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Eloise'S Ginger 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.

Eloise'S Ginger Cookies

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