Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies
Chewy ginger molasses cookies are a perfect balance between sweet and spicy. The rich, deep flavor of molasses is complimented by the ginger, cinnamon and cloves for a yummy holiday treat.
Equipment
- 1 Stand or hand mixer
Ingredients
- ¾ cup vegetable shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- ¼ cup molasses regular or dark
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon cloves
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- ¼ cup sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉. Line the baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Add the all purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves and ginger to a small bowl. Stir well and set aside.
- Cream the vegetable shortening and one cup white sugar together in a stand mixer or with a hand mixer.
- Add the molasses and beaten egg to the mixing bowl and mix well.
- Add the flour mixture to the mixing bowl in two batches. Mix well after each addition.
- Put ¼ cup white sugar (or organic sugar for larger crystals) into a small bowl.
- Roll the dough into small balls. [For small cookies, I like to use a small cookie scoop.] Dip the balls into the sugar and place on the cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes. Let cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before moving to a cooling rack. Makes approximately 36-42 cookies.
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