Molasses Ginger Cookies

Name: Molasses Ginger Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 c. shortening; 1 c. sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 1/4 tsp. cloves; 1 tsp. ginger; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 c. molasses; 2 c. flour (scant); 2 tsp. baking soda

Eats Now Editorial Team · 707 kcal · Baking & Desserts

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Molasses Ginger Cookies – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, ginger. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Baking & Desserts

Servings: persons

3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. ginger
1 egg, beaten
1/4 c. molasses
2 c. flour (scant)
2 tsp. baking soda

1
Cream the shortening with sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves and ginger.
2
Add beaten egg and molasses.
3
Sift the flour with baking soda.
4
Mix well.
5
Form into balls (about 1 teaspoon) and roll in sugar.
6
Place on ungreased cookie sheet and press to pan with glass dipped in sugar.
7
Bake at 300u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes.
8
They rise up and then flatten out.
9
Yields 4 dozen.

707

kcal

Calories

Fat

152

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 c. shortening, 1 c. sugar, 1/2 tsp. salt, 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Molasses 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
707 kcal
Category
Baking & Desserts

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