Created by JoanWagnerTeller on October 28, 2017
Step 1: Combine the first 6 ingredients.
Step 2: In a large bowl beat the shortening 30 seconds.
Step 3: Add the ½ c. granulated sugar and beat till fluffy.
Step 4: Add the egg and molasses and beat well.
Step 5: In a small bowl, stir the hot water into the coffee crystals till they dissolve.
Step 6: Add the coffee mixture and the flour mixture alternately to the shortening mixture, beating till well mixed.
Step 7: Drop by rounded teaspoons onto a greased cookie sheet. If using nuts, press a nut half into the top of each.
Step 8: Bake at 375' F. 8-10 minutes or till done. Watch to prevent burning.
Step 9: Remove from cookie sheet immediately and let cool on wire rack.
Step 10: For frosting, heat the powdered sugar over hot water in a double boiler 10-15 minutes before mixing to remove the bitter taste.
Step 11: Beat the sifted powdered sugar with enough milk to make an icing of drizzling consistency.
Step 12: Drizzle over the cookies.