Ginger Creams(Cookies)

Name: Ginger Creams(Cookies)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. ginger; 1 tsp. cloves; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. salt; 1 c. molasses; 2 Tbsp. cocoa; 1 c. hot water; 2 tsp. soda; 4 c. flour

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1163 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Ginger Creams(Cookies) – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, egg, nutmeg, ginger, cloves. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1 c. molasses
2 Tbsp. cocoa
1 c. hot water
2 tsp. soda
4 c. flour

1
Cream shortening and sugar well; add unbeaten egg.
2
Add molasses.
3
Mix flour and spices together.
4
Add soda to hot water and cocoa.
5
Add the flour and spices alternately with water, soda and cocoa mixture.
6
Chill several hours.
7
Drop heaping teaspoonfuls onto pan.
8
Bake at 375u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes.
9
Frost with powdered sugar frosting.

1163

kcal

Calories

Fat

248

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. shortening, 1 c. sugar, 1 egg, 1 tsp. nutmeg, and more.

Yes, Ginger Creams(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
1163 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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