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Moravian Ginger Cookies II Recipe

Recipe by: JJOHN32

"These are lower in fat than most cookies, but still delicious! Try using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, if you wish."
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  • 1Mix molasses, shortening and brown sugar in a large bowl. Stir in flour, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and spices. Cover and refrigerate about 4 hours or until firm.
  • 2Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • 3Roll half of the dough at a time to 1/8 inch thickness or paper-thin on a floured cloth-covered surface. Cut into 3 inch rounds with floured cutter.
  • 4Place about 1/2 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake 1/8 inch thick cookies about 8 minutes; paper-thin cookies about 5 minutes or until light brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheet. Cool completely.
  • 5To Make Frosting: Mix 1 cup confectioners' sugar, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 1-2 tablespoons half-and-half until of spreading consistency. Spread frosting on cooled cookies.
Ingredients
  • 6 servings
  • 326 cals
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 pinch ground nutmeg
  • 1 dash ground allspice
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons half-and-half cream
Nutrition

Amount per serving ( 5 total)

  • Calories:
    326
    16%
  • Fat:
    9.4
    14%
  • Carbs:
    58.5
    19%
  • Protein:
    2.8
    6%
  • Cholesterol:
    1
    < 1%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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