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Cookie of the Day: Gramma's Soft Molasses Cookies

Fragrant and soft these cookies will brighten your holiday.

These cookies have lots of Christmas spices and the wonderful taste of molasses!

Assemble your ingredients:

  • 4 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 2 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2/3 c. shortening (I use butter flavor)
  • 1 c. molasses
  • 1/2 c. hot coffee
  • 2 tsp. baking soda

In a medium bowl, place the flour, salt and spices. 

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Whisk together and set aside.

In the large bowl of an electric mixer, Combine the sugar and eggs.

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Add the shortening, molasses and coffee with the baking soda.

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Add the flour mixture. Mix thoroughly. Dough will be very sticky.

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Chill at least 1 hour or overnight.

Preheat oven to 350°F. 

Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls about 2" apart onto greased cookie sheets. HINT: Use a small cookie scoop for dough.

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HINT: Use parchment paper for easier clean-up!

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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. Cool a few minutes on the pan, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.

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Store in airtight tin. These go great with a nice hot cup of coffee! Enjoy!

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