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Moravian Ginger Cookies

Here's how you make Moravian Ginger Cookies
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  • Servings: 36
  • Prep: 5h
  • Cook: 8m
    • The following recipe serves 36 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon cloves
  • Nutmeg, dash
  • Allspice, dash
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Mix molasses, shortening and sugar.

  • Step 2: Blend in remaining ingredients.

  • Step 3: Cover and chill at least 4 hours.

  • Step 4: Heat oven to 375.

  • Step 5: Roll dough out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8 inch thick, or if desired paper thin.

  • Step 6: Cut into desired shapes.

  • Step 7: Place 1/2 inch apart on ungreased baking shee.

  • Step 8: Bake 8 minutes or until set.

  • Step 9: Immediately remove from baking sheet and let cool.

  • Step 10: Frost with creamy frosting if desired.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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