Heavenly Scented Soft Ginger Cookies Recipe

Name: Heavenly Scented Soft Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups unbleached flour; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons baking soda; 2 teaspoons ground ginger; 1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup unsulphured dark molasses; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1/2 cup boiling water

Servings: persons

4 cups unbleached flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsulphured dark molasses
1/2 cup vegetable shortening
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 cup boiling water

1
In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients.
2
Add the molasses, shortening and egg; beat to blend ingredients well. Next, beat in the boiling water. Chill dough 1 hour.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
4
Roll the chilled dough by tablespoonful into balls. Roll each ball into granulated sugar.
5
Place the balls 2-inches apart on ungreased aluminum baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6
Bake the cookies until puffed and cracked on top and centers still feel very soft; approximately 12 minutes.
7
Transfer cookies to wire racks and cool.
8
Don't forget to leave some cookies out for Santa Claus!

972

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups unbleached flour, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground ginger, and more.

Yes, Heavenly Scented Soft 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.

Heavenly Scented Soft Ginger Cookies

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