Molasses Crinkles

Ingredients

• 3/4 c. soft shortening
• 1 c. brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 c. molasses
• 2 1/4 c. flour
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. cloves
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 tsp. ginger

Combine dry ingredients in a small bowl. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar. Add egg and beat well. Stir in molasses. Add dry ingredients and mix well. Chill the dough an hour or overnight. Roll into walnut sized balls. Dip tops in sugar and place on a greased cookie sheet. Sprinkle top of cookie with water. Bake 10-12 minutes at 375°F.

last updated: March 11, 2002