Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 4 c. sugar; 2 c. shortening (I use lard); 6 tsp. cinnamon; 1 qt. buttermilk; 4 tsp. salt; 4 tsp. baking powder; 4 tsp. soda; 6 tsp. ginger; 1 (12 oz.) bottle molasses; 6 to 7 lb. flour

Servings: persons

4 eggs
4 c. sugar
2 c. shortening (I use lard)
6 tsp. cinnamon
1 qt. buttermilk
4 tsp. salt
4 tsp. baking powder
4 tsp. soda
6 tsp. ginger
1 (12 oz.) bottle molasses
6 to 7 lb. flour

1
Cream eggs, sugar, lard and buttermilk.
2
Add the spices and then the molasses.
3
Rinse the molasses bottle with 3/4 full of warm water and add to mixture.
4
Add the flour until it's at a consistency that can be rolled out on the table.
5
Cut into large circles or gingerbread man shapes.
6
Bake at 375u00b0 for 6 to 7 minutes.
7
Once cool, ice with powdered sugar icing.
8
Yields approximately 12 dozen cookies.
9
Recipe can be cut in half.

1826

kcal

Calories

Fat

365

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 eggs, 4 c. sugar, 2 c. shortening (I use lard), 6 tsp. cinnamon, 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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