Ginger Snaps II

Try this no-fail recipe for no-fail ginger snaps using light molasses and cinnamon for delightful results.

• Calories: 187 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 egg
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• ¾ cup shortening
• ¼ cup light molasses

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Cream together shortening and sugar, add egg and beat until fluffy. Stir in molasses and mix well.

Step 2

Sift all dry ingredients-twice, then add to molasses mixture and mix well

Step 3

Using a cookie scoop or spoon scoop out spoonfuls of dough and form into round balls. Roll tops of balls in sugar.

Step 4

Place the round balls on a cookie sheet, these cookies flatten as they bake.

Step 5

Bake for exactly 9 minutes in a preheated 350 degree (175 degree C) oven. Remove from baking sheet and cool.