Molasses Cookies

Name: Molasses Cookies
Ingredients: 3 c. flour; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1/2 tsp. ginger; 1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon; 2/3 c. shortening, melted; 1 c. molasses; 2 Tbsp. warm water; 1 egg, well beaten

10 ingredients

11 steps

Ingredients

3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
2/3 c. shortening, melted
1 c. molasses
2 Tbsp. warm water
1 egg, well beaten

Directions

1

Sift flour; measure.
2

Add baking powder, salt, soda, ginger and cinnamon.
3

Sift again.
4

Combine melted shortening, molasses and warm water.
5

Add well beaten egg and blend well.
6

Add the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly.
7

Chill.
8

Roll out on a lightly floured board to 1/3-inch thickness and cut with a round cookie cutter.
9

Place on a greased baking sheet.
10

Bake in a moderate oven (350°) for 15 to 18 minutes.
11

Makes 2 1/2 dozen 2 1/2-inch cookies.