Gingerbread Drop Cookies Recipe

Name: Gingerbread Drop Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda; 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon clove; 1/3 cup molasses; 2 large eggs; 1 tablespoon milk; 3 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/3 cup molasses
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk
3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup chopped pecans or 1/2 cup walnuts

1
In a large mixing bowl beat shortening with an electric mixer on medium to high speed. Add brown sugar, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and cloves.
2
Beat until well combined.
3
Beat in molasses, eggs, and milk until well mixed.
4
Beat in as much flour as you can with the mixer.
5
Stir in any remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
6
Stir in raisins and nuts.
7
Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
8
Bake in a 375u00b0 oven for about 8 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.
9
Remove from pans and cool on wire racks.

871

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening, 1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda, 1 1/2 teaspoons ginger, and more.

Yes, Gingerbread Drop 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.

Gingerbread Drop Cookies

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