Ingredients
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1/4 cup granulated sugar
Preparation
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In a medium bowl, stir together flour, baking soda, spices and salt, set aside.
In a large bowl, beat shortening with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds. Add brown sugar and beat until mixture is combined, scraping sides of bowl occasionally.
Beat in egg and molasses until combined. Add flour mixture 1/2 cup at a time till fully mixed. Cover and chill 1 to 2 hours or until dough is easy to handle.
Place granulated sugar in a small bowl. Shape dough into 1-inch balls. Roll balls in sugar to coat.
Place about 1 1/2 inches apart on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake in 350* oven for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are light brown and tops are puffed, do not overbake.
Cool on cookie sheets for 2 minutes. Transfer to wire racks and let cool.
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
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