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Old Fashioned Molasses Cookies

A classic cookie.
Course Appetizer, Cookies
Keyword cookies, molasses
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 3 dozen
Author Lynn / Turnips 2 Tangerines

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

Instructions

  • 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.
  • Bake at 375º for 8 to 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Sprinkle with more sugar if desired.