Ginger Cookies

Name: Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 2 c. sugar; 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1 1/2 Tbsp. baking soda; 1 c. molasses; 1 tsp. vanilla; 2 eggs; 1 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 Tbsp. ginger; 4 2/3 c. flour; 1 Tbsp. baking powder

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1571 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Ginger Cookies – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, molasses, vanilla. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 Tbsp. baking soda
1 c. molasses
1 tsp. vanilla
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 Tbsp. ginger
4 2/3 c. flour
1 Tbsp. baking powder

1
Cream shortening, eggs and sugar.
2
Add salt, soda, baking powder, spices, 1/2 of the flour and 1/2 of the molasses.
3
Beat well.
4
Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
5
Roll out on floured board.
6
Cut with cookie cutters.
7
Bake at 350u00b0 for about 12 minutes or until cracks disappear from surface of cookies.
8
If moister cookie is desired, bake less time.

1571

kcal

Calories

Fat

338

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. shortening, 2 c. sugar, 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, 1 1/2 Tbsp. baking soda, 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1571 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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