Gingersnap cookies

Gingersnap cookies

Ingredients/Components

• shortening - 3/4 c
• sugar - 1 c
• light molasses - 1/4 c
• beaten egg - 1 item
• sifted enriched flour - 2 c
• soda - 2 tsp
• salt - 1/4 tsp
• cinnamon - 1 tsp
• cloves - 1 tsp
• ginger - 1 tsp

How to make gingersnap cookies:

Note: I usually make a double batch, using 3/4 cup shortening and 3/4 cup margarine. This makes them crack better. Cream shortening and sugar; add molasses and egg. Beat well. Sift dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture. Mix well. Roll in small

Recipe categories: Desserts, Drop cookies, Cookie and brownie.