Molasses Cookies
A family favorite, especially during the Christmas holiday.
Ingredients
- 1/4 c. shortening (Crisco butter flavored baking sticks)
- 1/2 c. butter, softened
- 1 c. white sugar (plus extra to coat)
- 1 egg
- 3 Tbls. robust molasses
- 2 c. unbleached all-purpose white flour
- 1-1/2 t. baking soda
- 1/2 t. salt
- 1/2 t. ground cloves
- 1 t. ground ginger
- 1 t. cinnamon
Instructions
In a large bowl, with a hand mixer, cream sugar, butter, shortening until combined. Add egg and molasses and continue to mix until smooth.
By hand, stir in dry ingredients and chill for several hours or overnight.
Roll into 3/4" balls and roll in white sugar.
Place on ungreased cookie sheets and bake at 350 degrees for about 8 to 10 minutes. Bake less for a softer cookie, more for a harder cookie.
Cool on wire racks lined with paper towel to absorb the grease.