ginger/molasses cookies
bj's christmas circular, 1998

3/4
1
c
c
butter, soft (1 1/2 stk)
dark brown sugar
beat until fluffy

1/4
1

c
ea
-
molasses
egg
zest of one orange
add and beat some more


2
2
2
2
1
c
t
t
t
t
flour
soda
ginger, ground
cinnamon, ground
cloves, ground
add and mix slowly, then faster




-

granulated sugar
for coating cookies before baking
  • cool mix at least 1 hr in icebox
  • shape into 1" balls, roll in granulated sugar, arrange on baking sheets at least 2" apart
  • bake 12 min at 350 deg F