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Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies

These chewy cookies are a traditional ginger molasses cookie that are perfect for an afternoon snack or tea time.
Course Dessert
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Author Kerrie @ Family Food and Travel

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup vegetable shortening I used Golden Crisco
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup fancy-grade molasses
  • 1/2 very hot or boiling water

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl combine flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt.
  4. In a stand mixer (or bowl with electric beaters) cream the shortening and sugar on medium until well combined.
  5. Mix in molasses and hot water slowly. Mix until fully combined.
  6. Roll tablespoon-sized balls in your hands and place on baking sheet approximately 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12 minutes (edges will be slightly browned and you will be able to smell the fragrance of molasses and ginger).
  8. Cool completely.
  9. Store in an airtight container (at room temperature) for up to a week.
  10. Can also be frozen for a month.