SOFT COFFEE MOLASSES CRACKLE COOKIES

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I have not tried this recipe yet, but my mom makes it often. She got it from a cookbook that was given as a gift to her.

Provided by Shirl J 831

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 6 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 1/4 teaspoons ginger
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening, soft
1/2 cup molasses
1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon water
1 egg
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
sugar

Steps:

  • Combine flour, soda,ginger,salt and nutmeg in bowl;set aside.
  • Using medium speed of an electric mixer, beat together brown sugar and shortening until fluffy.
  • Beat in molasses just till blended.
  • Dissolve coffee in water and add to brown sugar mixture.
  • Add egg and vanilla;beat just till blended.
  • Stir in flour mixture just till combined.
  • Cover and refrigerate dough until firm, about 4 hrs.
  • Shape dough into balls, using 1 tbsp dough.
  • Roll balls in sugar.
  • Place balls 2 inches apart on lightly greased sheet.
  • Bake at 350 for 12-14 minutes or till they are crackled on top.
  • Cookies will be soft to the touch;do not overbake.
  • let cookies stand for 1 minute on sheets.
  • Place on rack to cool.
  • Store in airtight container.
  • May be frozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 579.1, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 35.2, Sodium 858, Carbohydrate 97.3, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 51.2, Protein 6.6

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