Moravian Ginger Cookies II |
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These are lower in fat than most cookies, but still delicious! Try using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, if you wish. Ingredients:
1/3 cup molasses |
1/4 cup shortening |
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar |
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour |
1/4 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon baking soda |
1/4 teaspoon baking powder |
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger |
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves |
1 pinch ground nutmeg |
1 dash ground allspice |
1 cup confectioners' sugar |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
1 1/2 tablespoons half-and-half cream |
Directions:
1. Mix molasses, shortening and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir in flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and spices. Cover and refrigerate about 4 hours or until firm.
2. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
3. Roll half of the dough at a time to 1/8 inch thickness or paper-thin on a floured cloth-covered surface. Cut into 3 inch rounds with floured cutter.
4. Place about 1/2 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 1/8 inch thick cookies about 8 minutes; paper-thin cookies about 5 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Cool completely.
5. To Make Frosting: Mix 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1-2 tablespoons half-and-half until of spreading consistency. Spread frosting on cooled cookies.
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