Molasses Crisps

Every year I host a Christmas Cookie Exchange with my friends. It is a great way to connect over hot chocolate and goodies and I look forward to it all year long.

This year I decided to use a classic Baby Bear Stew recipe from our cookbook and it was a hit!

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Ready to host my cookie exchange!

Ready to host my cookie exchange!

Molasses Crisps
 
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A delicious and easy cookie sure to delight your whole family!
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Recipe type: Dessert
Serves: 3 dozen
Ingredients
  • ¾ cup shortening
  • 1 cup sugar (plus extra for rolling)
  • 1 egg
  • 4 tsp molasses
  • 1¾ cups flour
  • 2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp cloves
  • 1½ tsp ginger
Instructions
  1. Cream shortening and sugar.
  2. Add egg and molasses.
  3. Sift dry ingredients and add to the creamed mixture.
  4. Roll into 1 inch balls or use a small cookie scoop and roll in sugar to coat balls.
  5. Place far apart and bake for 12-15 minutes in a 375 degree oven.

What is your favorite holiday cookie?

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