Ingredients
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1 large egg
- 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour (150g)
- 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Directions
1. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses and egg. Combine the dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture and mix well (dough will be soft).
Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. Overnight works well.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut out and space on parchment papered baking sheets.
3. Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned*. Remove to wire racks to cool.
*I wanted mine extra crispy so I did 375 for 12 mins. Probably overkill.