{Old Fashioned} Molasses Cookies

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{Old Fashioned} Molasses Cookies


There is nothing better than baking and
eating cookies on a cold, snowy afternoon~
These cookies will fill your home with a wonderful, spicy aroma~

Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 egg
• 2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Cooking Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine dry ingredients, gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on greased baking sheets. Press flat with a glass dipped in sugar.
2. Bake at 375º for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Sprinkle with more sugar if desired.

Cookies, Molasses