Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups flour; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground cloves; ¾ cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 egg

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350.
2
In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and cloves.
3
Set aside.
4
In another bowl, beat the shortening for 30 seconds; add the sugar and beat until fluffy.
5
Add the molasses and egg to the shortening mixture; beat until combined.
6
Add the flour mixture and beat on low speed until well combined.
7
Shape the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls.
8
Either dip the balls in water and roll in additional sugar (for crunchier coating) or just roll the balls in additional sugar (for lighter coating).
9
Arrange the cookies three inches apart on an ungreased cookie sheet.
10
Bake for 15 minutes, or until brown on bottom.
11
Remove to wire racks to cool.

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: 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, and more.

Yes, 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.

Ginger Cookies

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