Molasses Spice Cookies

  • 4

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cloves
  • granulate sugar

Preparation

Step 1

Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring well.

Combine flour and next five ingredients; add to butter mixture, stirring until smooth.

Shape into 1-inch balls and dip one side in granulated sugar. Place 2 inches apart, sugar side up, on ungreased cookie sheets.

Bake at 375 degrees for 6 to 8 minutes. Tops will crack. Remove to wire rack to cook.