Moravian Ginger Cookies II

Name: Moravian Ginger Cookies II
Ingredients: 0.33333334326744 cup molasses; 0.25 cup shortening; 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar; 1.25 cups all-purpose flour; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon baking soda; 0.25 teaspoon baking powder; 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger; 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves; 1 pinch ground nutmeg; 1 dash ground allspice; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1.5 tablespoons half-and-half cream

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These are lower in fat than most cookies, but still delicious! Try using whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour, if you wish.

Recipe by JJOHN32

Updated on August 8, 2022

3

Servings:

6

Yield:

1 dozen

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Ingredients

⅓ cup molasses
¼ cup shortening
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 dash ground allspice
1 cup confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ tablespoons half-and-half cream

Directions

Mix 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.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Roll 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.
Place 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.
To 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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

326	Calories
9g	Fat
59g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 326
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9g	12%
Saturated Fat 3g	13%
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Sodium 180mg	8%
Total Carbohydrate 59g	21%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 34g
Protein 3g
Vitamin C 0mg	1%
Calcium 64mg	5%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 311mg	7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.