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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 8 Minutes |
Ready In: 23 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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This recipe has been handed down in our family since World War II and it remains a favorite with the grandkids today. Do not substitute anything for the melted shortening; your results will not be as good. If you prefer a crispier molasses cookie, bake one minute longer. These cookies freeze well (if you can keep your family from eating them up first!) Ingredients:
3/4 cup shortening, melted and cooled |
1 cup sugar |
1/4 cup molasses |
1 large egg |
2 cups flour |
2 teaspoons baking soda |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves |
1/2 teaspoon ginger |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/2 cup sugar |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Melt shortening and allow it to cool.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the shortening, sugar, molasses, and egg. Beat well.
3. Sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Add to shortening/sugar mixture, mix well.
4. Chill dough about half an hour or until firm.
5. Roll into 1 balls, then roll balls in sugar. Place about 2 inches apart on cookie sheet.
6. Bake about 8 minutes at 375 degrees. The edges should be slightly brown. Do not overbake!
7. Cool on racks before storing.
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