Ingredients for Grandma Georgias Molasses Cookies
- Vegetable Shortening
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- All Purpose Flour
- Ground Ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Table Salt
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How to Make Grandma Georgias Molasses Cookies
- Melt 1/2 cup shortening and let it cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves.
- In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/2 cup molasses, and 1 large egg. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This helps prevent the cookies from spreading.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Place about 1/4 cup granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Roll each dough ball in the sugar to coat.
- Place the sugar-coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers are still slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 3-5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
13 g
Sugar
82g
Fat
19g
Carbs
12g
