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gingersnaps

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Private Recipe by
Chrystal Cackler
Huntsville, AL

From my Mamaw's recipe collection.

yield 24 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For gingersnaps

  • 1/3 c
    shortening
  • 1/2 c
    sugar
  • 1
    egg
  • 2 Tbsp
    molasses
  • 1 c
    all purpose flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    each ground cinnamon, cloves, and ginger
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt
  • additional sugar

How To Make gingersnaps

  • 1
    In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and molasses. Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  • 2
    Shape tablespoonfuls of dough into balls. Roll in additional sugar. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a glass.
  • 3
    Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned and tops are set and starting to crack. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
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