Gingerbread Cookies

Name: Gingerbread Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. shortening; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. vinegar; 1 egg; 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 c. sugar; 1 c. molasses; 5 c. flour; 1 Tbsp. ginger; 1 tsp. ground cloves

Eats Now Editorial Team · 1367 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Gingerbread Cookies – a delicious recipe with shortening, salt, vinegar, egg, baking soda, cinnamon. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

1 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. vinegar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
5 c. flour
1 Tbsp. ginger
1 tsp. ground cloves

1
Combine together all dry ingredients except sugar and salt. Cream sugar, shortening and salt.
2
Add egg, molasses and vinegar. Add dry ingredients; mix well.
3
Chill about 3 hours.
4
Roll to 1/8 inch on floured surface.
5
Cut into shapes.
6
Place 1 inch apart on cookie sheet.
7
Bake at 375u00b0 for 6 minutes.
8
Cool slightly, then remove from sheet.

1367

kcal

Calories

Fat

290

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, 1/2 tsp. salt, 2 Tbsp. vinegar, 1 egg, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread 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
1367 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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