Molasses Crinkles

11 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. soft shortening
  • 1 c. brown sugar, packed
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 c. sorghum molasses
  • 2 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. ginger
  • granulated sugar

Directions

  1. 1
    Mix shortening, sugar, egg and molasses thoroughly.
  2. 2
    Measure flour by dipping method or by sifting.
  3. 3
    Blend all dry ingredients; stir in.
  4. 4
    Chill.
  5. 5
    Roll dough in 1 1/4-inch balls.
  6. 6
    Dip tips in sugar.
  7. 7
    Place balls, sugared side up, 3-inches apart on greased baking sheet.
  8. 8
    Sprinkle each with 2 to 3 drops water.
  9. 9
    Bake 10 to 12 minutes until set but not hard.
  10. 10
    Bake at 375°.
  11. 11
    Yield: 4 dozen cookies.

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