Giant Spice Cookies

By Addie

"I heard this cookie recipe over the radio about 1950—shortly after my husband and I married," recalls Sandy Pyeatt of Tacoma, Washington. "The big spicy treats are so nice and chewy, they remain my favorite to this day."

Ingredients

• 1 package spice cake mix (regular size)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 6 teaspoons vanilla extract

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, ginger and baking soda. Stir in water, molasses and vanilla and mix well. Roll into 10 balls.

Place 3 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a glass coated with cooking spray.

Bake at 375° for 13-15 minutes or until surface cracks and cookies are firm. Remove to wire racks to cool. Yield: 10 cookies.
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REVIEWS:

These cookies are scrumptious!!! They're not only flavorful, but really chewy.And Sooo easy to prepare.

I added orange zest to the dough for a bit more flavor. They were easy to make and quite good.

Fantastic recipe-not only in taste and easy prep., but healthy recipe too! I made these twice already--the texture of this cookie is great-tasting---this is definately a keeper. I am making them now (theyr'e in the oven) for company tonight.

Thanks for sharing this recipe!