Molasses Ginger Cookies
Chewy, spicy molasses ginger cookies with a hint of cinnamon and cloves, perfect for holiday baking or cozy gatherings, appealing to those who enjoy warm, aromatic treats.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cream the shortening with sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger.
- Add the beaten egg and molasses to the creamed mixture.
- Sift the flour with baking soda.
- Mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until well combined.
- Form the dough into small balls about 1 teaspoon each and roll in sugar.
- Place the balls on an ungreased cookie sheet and press with a sugared glass to flatten.
- Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until cookies rise and then flatten out.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
697
kcal
35% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-fiber
Contains
Egg
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).